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Refreshing meze made with omega-3-rich purslane and protein-rich strained yogurt
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Purslane meze with strained yogurt (60 g) has 53 calories. That works out to 88 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.5 g of carbs, 2.8 g of protein, 3.1 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 34.8 µg of Vitamin K covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 60 g
53
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
2.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
2.8g
· 6% DV
Fat
3.1g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 23% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 53 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.1 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.74 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 108 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 60 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 79 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 88 kcal |
| ½ cup (medium) | 110 g | 97 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (large) | 120 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 220 kcal |
Calculated from 88 calories per 100 g.
Purslane meze with strained yogurt is made by mixing washed, well-dried purslane with strained yogurt, crushed garlic, and salt. Add olive oil on top just before serving; if the mixture seems too thick, loosen it with a little yogurt.
Purslane meze with strained yogurt tastes creamy and tangy, with a fresh, mildly lemony flavor from the purslane. Raw purslane also adds a crisp, succulent bite, while garlic gives the yogurt mixture a savory edge.
Yes, purslane meze with strained yogurt is usually made with raw purslane. Using it uncooked keeps its fresh flavor and crisp texture; wash the leaves and tender stems thoroughly, then dry them well before mixing.
Dry the purslane thoroughly before adding it to purslane meze with strained yogurt, since water clinging to the leaves thins the mixture. Add salt shortly before serving, or mix in the purslane just before the meze goes to the table.
Yes, you can make purslane meze with strained yogurt ahead, but it holds its texture better when the purslane is added close to serving. Keep it covered in the refrigerator and stir gently before serving; drain any liquid that collects.
Purslane meze with strained yogurt is served cold alongside grilled meat, fish, or kebabs, and it also fits a table of Turkish mezes. Pair it with bread, rice, or other olive-oil dishes for a fuller spread.
Yes, regular yogurt works in purslane meze with strained yogurt, but the result will be thinner. Strain the yogurt first for a thicker texture, or add it gradually because fresh purslane can release moisture into the mixture.
Yes, purslane meze with strained yogurt is a Turkish-style meze served as part of a spread of small dishes. The combination brings together fresh seasonal purslane and tangy yogurt, commonly flavored with garlic and finished with olive oil.
Yes, the tender stems can be eaten in purslane meze with strained yogurt, and they add a pleasant crunch. Remove any tough or woody parts, then chop the stems and leaves into manageable pieces before mixing them with the yogurt.
Yes, purslane meze with strained yogurt can be made without garlic. The result has a milder flavor that lets the fresh purslane stand out; season the yogurt with salt and finish the dish with a little olive oil.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
34.8µg · 29% DV
B12
0.19µg · 8% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
57.6µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
58mg · 8% DV
Calcium
71mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
186mg · 5% DV
Sodium
108mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Purslane meze with strained yogurt is a Turkish-style dish of tender purslane leaves and stems folded into thick strained yogurt. Garlic and a drizzle of olive oil are common additions, though recipes vary. Its gently tangy, green flavour pairs with the yogurt’s cool creaminess.
It is usually served chilled as part of a meze spread, especially alongside grilled vegetables or meat, and is an easy addition to a summer table. Purslane contributes water and fibre, while the strained yogurt adds protein; a 100 g portion has 88 calories. For a lighter version, use olive oil sparingly, and serve with bread or warm flatbread.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not 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
SATURATED
1.74g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.