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Rich in fiber and vitamins, low-calorie vegetable stew with olive oil
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Eggplant vegetable stew (180 g) has 99 calories. That works out to 55 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.5 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 4 g of fat and 5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Eggplant vegetable stew is a Turkish home-style dish of tender eggplant cooked with tomato, green pepper and onion. Recipes vary, but the vegetables are commonly simmered together until the eggplant softens and the tomato forms a glossy sauce; olive oil is often used.
The eggplant turns silky, while the sauce tastes gently sweet and tangy. Serve it warm or at room temperature with bread to mop up the sauce, or alongside rice and a spoonful of yogurt. It is a vegetable-forward dish with fibre and relatively little energy per serving. For a lighter meal, keep the oil modest and pair it with a crisp salad rather than a large portion of rice.
Selected: 100 g
55
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
7.5g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
2.2g
· 3% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 11% · Fat 35%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
7.5mg · 8% DV
B5
0.25mg · 5% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
Folate
18µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Sodium
120mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
180mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
15mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
28mg · 4% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 55 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
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
0.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9:1).
Eggplant vegetable stew is made by simmering eggplant with tomatoes, peppers, and onion until tender. Soften the onion first, add the other vegetables with a little liquid, and cook gently so the eggplant holds its shape.
Eggplant vegetable stew usually contains eggplant, tomato, peppers, onion, and oil. Garlic and herbs are common additions, while some versions include zucchini, potatoes, or chickpeas; add extra vegetables according to how quickly they cook.
Eggplant vegetable stew goes well with rice, crusty bread, or couscous, which soak up its tomato sauce. For a more substantial meal, serve it with beans or a simple salad; it can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
No, you do not have to peel eggplant for eggplant vegetable stew. The skin helps the cubes keep their shape and adds color, but you can peel it in strips or remove it entirely if you prefer a softer texture.
Yes, eggplant vegetable stew can be frozen once it has cooled. Freeze it in airtight, meal-sized containers and thaw it in the refrigerator; the eggplant may become softer after thawing, but the stew is still suitable for reheating.
Eggplant vegetable stew keeps for about three days in the refrigerator when stored promptly in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, until it is steaming hot, rather than warming the whole batch repeatedly.
Yes, chickpeas make eggplant vegetable stew heartier and add a tender, nutty contrast to the vegetables. Stir in cooked or canned, drained chickpeas while the stew simmers so they warm through without turning mushy.
Eggplant vegetable stew can turn watery when the vegetables release liquid or when too much water is added. Cook it uncovered near the end to let excess liquid evaporate, and add only a small amount of water at first.
Yes, eggplant vegetable stew can be made ahead and refrigerated after it cools. Its flavors often meld overnight; reheat it gently on the stove and add a splash of water if the sauce has thickened too much.
Yes, eggplant vegetable stew can be a nourishing meal because it combines several vegetables and provides fiber. Its overall balance depends on what you serve alongside it, so pair it with a protein-rich food if you want a more filling meal.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.