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Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil Calories
Olive oil, high fiber, antioxidant-rich
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil (120 g) has 102 calories. That works out to 85 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.6 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 6.7 g of fat and 4.1 g of fiber. Its 216 µg of Vitamin K covers 180% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
102
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
8.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.7g
· 9% DV
Fiber
4.1g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 33% · Protein 10% · Fat 57%
Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 102 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.96 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% |
| Protein | 2.5 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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 102 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 30 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 68 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 100 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 150 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 153 kcal |
Calculated from 85 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil
What are Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil?
Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil is a cooked dish of edible poppy leaves and shoots sautéed or stewed with onion and olive oil. It is a traditional wild-greens preparation in parts of Turkey, usually served as a side or light meal.
Are Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil safe to eat?
Yes, Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil is made with edible poppy greens, but only correctly identified plants should be eaten. Do not assume an unknown garden or wild poppy is suitable for food; species and growing conditions matter.
How do you cook Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil?
Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil is made by softening sliced onion in olive oil, adding cleaned poppy leaves, and cooking until tender. The greens shrink considerably, so stir them in batches if needed and avoid overcooking them into mush.
What do Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil taste like?
Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil tastes mildly earthy and leafy, with sweetness from the onion and fruitiness from the olive oil. Young leaves tend to be more tender; a squeeze of lemon can brighten the finished dish.
Which poppy leaves are used in Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil?
Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil is typically prepared with young edible leaves and tender shoots, rather than tough mature stems. Because common names for poppies can refer to different plants, use greens sold or identified specifically for eating.
Can you eat Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil raw?
Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil is normally cooked, not served raw. Cooking is the customary preparation, but it does not make an unidentified plant safe, so confirm the greens are an edible food variety before preparing them.
How do you clean greens for Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil?
Clean the greens for Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil by rinsing them repeatedly in a large bowl of water to remove grit, then draining well. Discard damaged leaves and coarse stems, and avoid foraged plants from roadsides or treated areas.
How long do Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil leftovers last?
Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil leftovers keep for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Chill them promptly after cooking and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Can Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil be frozen?
Yes, Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil can be frozen in airtight, portion-sized containers. The leaves may become softer after thawing, so freeze the dish for convenience rather than expecting its original texture; thaw it in the refrigerator.
What can you serve with Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil?
Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil pairs well with plain yogurt, crusty bread, rice, or beans. A little lemon balances the earthy greens, while serving it alongside a simple grain or legume turns it into a more substantial meal.
Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
216µg · 180% DV
Vitamin A
1140µg · 127% DV
Vitamin C
38.4mg · 43% DV
Folate
74.4µg · 19% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.34mg · 15% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Iron
2.52mg · 14% DV
Calcium
132mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
384mg · 11% DV
Sodium
252mg · 11% DV
Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil
To burn the 102 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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What is Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil?
Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil is a Turkish home-style dish made by cooking young poppy leaves with onion and olive oil. It is part of the seasonal tradition of gathering and cooking wild greens, especially in regions where they appear in spring. The leaves are usually cooked just until tender.
Their gently earthy, slightly tangy flavour is softened by sweet onion and rounded out by olive oil. Serve the dish warm or at room temperature as a side or meze; it also pairs well with bread, yoghurt or beans. It brings fibre to a vegetable-forward meal, with 3.4 g per 100 g. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of oil and pair it with a protein-rich main.
How Nutritious Is Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil Processed?
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.
Does Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Poppy Greens with Onion & Olive Oil Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.8:1).
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