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Olive-oil vegetable dish with omega-3-rich purslane
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Purslane with carrots in olive oil (180 g) has 140 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.7 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 9.4 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 129.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 108% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
140
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
9.7g
· 4% DV
Protein
2.9g
· 6% DV
Fat
9.4g
· 12% DV
Fiber
3.8g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 29% · Protein 9% · Fat 62%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.4 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 212 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.7 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 2.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 18 g | 14 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (shredded) | 54 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 70 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 320 g | 250 kcal |
Calculated from 78 calories per 100 g.
Purslane with carrots in olive oil is made by softening sliced carrots, often with onion, in olive oil, then adding washed purslane and cooking until tender. Purslane releases moisture as it cooks, so add extra water sparingly to keep the dish from becoming soupy.
Purslane with carrots in olive oil tastes mildly tangy and green, with sweetness from the carrots and a fruity note from the olive oil. Its leaves become tender while the stems can stay slightly crisp if you avoid overcooking them.
Purslane with carrots in olive oil is commonly served at room temperature or chilled, like many olive-oil vegetable dishes. Let it rest after cooking so the flavors settle, and add a little lemon just before serving if you want extra brightness.
Yes, purslane with carrots in olive oil can be a light main dish, especially alongside bread, grains, or beans. For a more filling meal, pair it with lentils or chickpeas rather than relying on the vegetable dish alone.
Yes, purslane with carrots in olive oil can be made without tomatoes. The carrots and olive oil provide plenty of flavor; a little onion, garlic, or lemon can add depth, while tomato is an optional variation rather than an essential ingredient.
To keep purslane with carrots in olive oil from getting mushy, cook the carrots until nearly tender before adding the purslane. Add the purslane toward the end and stop cooking once its leaves have wilted and the stems are tender.
Spinach can replace purslane in a similar carrot-and-olive-oil dish, but the result will not have purslane’s slightly tangy taste or succulent stems. Add spinach near the end because it wilts quickly, and use less added liquid.
Store purslane with carrots in olive oil in a covered container in the refrigerator for about 3–4 days. Cool it promptly after cooking, and take out only the portion you plan to serve so the rest stays chilled.
Yes, you can freeze purslane with carrots in olive oil, but thawed purslane is softer and may release extra liquid. Freeze the cooled dish in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and stir gently when reheating.
Yes, purslane with carrots in olive oil provides plant-based omega-3, mainly alpha-linolenic acid from the purslane. The amount varies with the recipe and serving, and this plant source is not nutritionally identical to the omega-3 fats in fish.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
129.6µg · 108% DV
Vitamin A
302.4µg · 34% DV
Vitamin C
26.1mg · 29% DV
Vitamin E
3.42mg · 23% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
641mg · 19% DV
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Iron
2.7mg · 15% DV
Sodium
212mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Purslane with carrots in olive oil is a Turkish home-style vegetable dish, made by cooking purslane and carrots gently with olive oil. Purslane has a fresh, slightly tangy taste and softens as it cooks, while the carrots bring a mild sweetness and a little more bite. It is commonly served cool or at room temperature as a meze or side, and makes an easy light lunch with bread. The dish is vegetable-forward and provides fibre; purslane is notable for its omega-3 content, while olive oil contributes most of its richness. For a lighter meal, pair it with a crisp salad, or serve it alongside grains and other small dishes.
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 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
1.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.