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Herb-based sautéed dish, low-calorie, fiber-containing traditional preparation
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sautéed balıkotu (120 g) has 94 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.3 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 5.8 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 201.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 168% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
94
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
7.3g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.9g
· 6% DV
Fat
5.8g
· 7% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 31% · Protein 12% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 94 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.8 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.82 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| 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) | 120 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 18 g | 14 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (grated) | 54 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 62 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 220 g | 172 kcal |
Calculated from 78 calories per 100 g.
Sautéed balıkotu is a Turkish dish made by cooking an edible leafy herb in a pan. The name refers to the herb, not a fish preparation; recipes may add simple ingredients such as onion, oil, or seasoning.
No, sautéed balıkotu does not contain fish by definition. Balıkotu is the name of the herb used in the dish. Fish can be served alongside it, but it is not a required ingredient in the sauté.
Cook sautéed balıkotu by sorting and washing the leaves, draining them well, then adding them to a pan with a little oil. Stir until tender; onion can be cooked first, but avoid prolonged cooking that makes the greens collapse.
Sautéed balıkotu has a savory, leafy flavor, and its exact taste varies with the herb and how mature it is. Some batches can taste slightly bitter; young leaves and a quick cook usually give a milder result.
Sautéed balıkotu usually turns watery when the leaves have not been drained well or the pan is crowded. Wash the herb ahead of time, shake off excess water, and cook in batches so moisture can evaporate.
Yes, spinach can stand in for balıkotu when it is unavailable, but the result will not have exactly the same flavor or traditional character. Add spinach near the end of cooking because its leaves wilt quickly.
Yes, sautéed balıkotu can be served cold or at room temperature, as well as warm. Let it cool promptly and refrigerate it if you are not serving it soon; a little lemon can brighten the flavor.
Sautéed balıkotu pairs well with plain yogurt, bread, rice, or eggs. Serve it as a vegetable side or add an egg while it cooks for a more substantial dish; its leafy flavor also works alongside grilled foods.
Choose young, tender leaves for a milder sautéed balıkotu. If the herb tastes strongly bitter, briefly blanch it and drain it before pan-cooking; the flavor still varies naturally with the plant and where it was grown.
Yes, you can freeze sautéed balıkotu in an airtight container once it has cooled. The leaves may become softer and release water after thawing, so freeze individual portions and reheat them in a pan rather than expecting a freshly cooked texture.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
201.6µg · 168% DV
Vitamin A
342µg · 38% DV
Vitamin C
16.8mg · 19% DV
Folate
69.6µg · 17% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.55mg · 24% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Iron
2.52mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
382mg · 11% DV
Sodium
252mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sautéed balıkotu is a traditional-style greens dish made by cooking balıkotu leaves in a pan, usually with a little oil. The exact preparation can vary from one household or region to another; some cooks add onion, while others keep the seasoning simple so the herb remains the focus.
The leaves turn tender with a lightly cooked, savoury flavour. Serve it warm as a side, or pair it with yoghurt, bread, eggs or beans for a more filling meal. It is a vegetable-led dish with fibre and relatively little energy, at 78 calories per 100 g. For a lighter version, use the oil sparingly.
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
0.82g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.77g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.