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Ogeyi sil
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (chopped) of Ogeyi sil (80 g) has 36 calories. That works out to 45 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.7 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 88 µg of Vitamin K covers 73% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 80 g
36
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
5.7g
· 2% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fiber
3g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 28% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 36 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.07 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.7 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (chopped) | 80 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 18 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 45 kcal |
| 2 cup (chopped) | 160 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 250 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 300 g | 135 kcal |
Calculated from 45 calories per 100 g.
Ogeyi sil does not clearly identify a widely recognized vegetable species in English, so its botanical identity and customary uses cannot be confirmed from the name alone. Ask the seller for the local name or species before relying on cooking or safety advice.
There is not enough reliable information in the name Ogeyi sil to say that it is spinach, ugu, or a particular synonym for either. Similar-looking leaves can belong to different plants, so confirm the species rather than substituting by appearance.
There is no dependable cooking method specific to Ogeyi sil until the vegetable is identified. If a knowledgeable seller confirms it is an edible leafy green, prepare it according to its local recipe; do not assume that another green’s cooking time or method applies.
Do not eat Ogeyi sil raw unless you have confirmed both the plant’s identity and that it is safe to eat uncooked. Wash confirmed edible produce under running water, but washing cannot make an unidentified or unsafe plant edible.
If Ogeyi sil is confirmed to be a leafy vegetable, choose leaves that look crisp and retain their natural color, and avoid slimy, moldy, or badly bruised parts. Freshness cues alone cannot identify an unfamiliar plant or establish that it is edible.
If Ogeyi sil is a confirmed leafy vegetable, keep it cool and dry in the refrigerator and wash it shortly before use. Its exact shelf life cannot be established from this unclear name, so discard it if it becomes slimy, moldy, or foul-smelling.
Ogeyi sil may be frozen only after you confirm what vegetable it is and that freezing suits it. For many leafy greens, blanching briefly, cooling, and draining before freezing helps preserve quality, but that method should not be assumed for an unidentified plant.
Whether Ogeyi sil stems are edible depends on the plant species, which the name alone does not establish. Confirm the vegetable first; for known edible greens, tender stems are often usable, while tough stems may need trimming or longer cooking.
Its taste cannot be reliably described without identifying which plant Ogeyi sil refers to. Do not sample an unknown plant to test for bitterness: taste is not a safe way to identify edible vegetables.
There is no reliable one-to-one substitute for Ogeyi sil until its species and cooking role are known. If a local seller confirms it is a mild leafy green, another edible green with similar texture may work, but it may change the dish’s flavor and cooking time.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
88µg · 73% DV
Vitamin A
296µg · 33% DV
Vitamin C
28.8mg · 32% DV
Folate
54.4µg · 14% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.56mg · 24% DV
Calcium
136mg · 14% DV
Magnesium
52mg · 12% DV
Iron
2.16mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
296mg · 9% DV
Sodium
48mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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The name Ogeyi sil does not reliably identify a particular vegetable or place of origin, so it would be misleading to assign it a specific culinary tradition. It is listed as a vegetable and measured chopped, but the name alone does not establish whether it is leafy or another kind of produce.
Its flavour, texture and whether it is best eaten raw or cooked depend on the exact plant. Once identified, it might be possible to describe its local uses in salads, soups or cooked dishes more precisely. The supplied figures suggest a vegetable with notable fibre and relatively little energy. If you have it fresh, check the local or botanical name before choosing a preparation.
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.07g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.