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A nutrient-dense dish of chard and mussels sautéed with oil, rich in protein, iron, vitamin B12 and vitamin K.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sautéed chard with mussels (250 g) has 238 calories. That works out to 95 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.5 g of carbs, 20.5 g of protein, 12.8 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 13 µg of B12 covers 542% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
238
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
10.5g
· 4% DV
Protein
20.5g
· 41% DV
Fat
12.8g
· 16% 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 18% · Protein 34% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 238 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.8 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 2.63 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 775 mg | 34% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.5 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 20.5 g | 41% |
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) | 250 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 19 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (medium) | 60 g | 57 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 333 kcal |
| 1 bottle (extra large) | 500 g | 475 kcal |
Calculated from 95 calories per 100 g.
Sautéed chard with mussels is made by cooking chopped onion and chard in olive oil, then adding cleaned mussels. Cook until the chard is tender and the mussels are fully cooked, and finish with lemon if you like.
No, mussels do not have to be cooked in their shells for sautéed chard with mussels. Shelled mussel meat is convenient for a quick sauté; if using shell-on mussels, discard any that remain closed after cooking.
Yes, canned mussels work in sautéed chard with mussels. Drain them first and add them near the end, since they are usually already cooked; prolonged heating can make them tough and cause them to break apart.
Yes, the stems can go into sautéed chard with mussels. Slice them thinly and start cooking them before the leaves, because stems take longer to soften and can otherwise remain fibrous when the leaves are done.
Rice, crusty bread, or boiled potatoes pair well with sautéed chard with mussels. A simple salad with a sharp dressing also balances the savory mussels without competing with the chard.
Yes, frozen chard can be used for sautéed chard with mussels. Thaw it and squeeze or drain away excess water before adding it to the pan, so the dish sautés rather than turns watery.
To keep sautéed chard with mussels from getting watery, dry the washed chard well and avoid crowding the pan. Cook over fairly high heat so liquid released by the greens and mussels can evaporate.
It is best to serve sautéed chard with mussels soon after cooking, because reheating can make the mussels tough and the chard limp. If you do make it ahead, refrigerate it promptly in a covered container.
Sautéed chard with mussels is a home-style combination rather than a single standardized Turkish recipe. Chard is commonly cooked as a vegetable dish in Turkey, and mussels can be added for a seafood variation.
Yes, spinach can replace chard in sautéed chard with mussels, but it wilts faster and releases more water. Add it later in the cooking, and let excess liquid evaporate before stirring in the mussels.
Vitamins
B12
13µg · 542% DV
Vitamin K
575µg · 479% DV
Vitamin A
400µg · 44% DV
Vitamin C
32.5mg · 36% DV
Minerals
Selenium
78µg · 142% DV
Iodine
80µg · 53% DV
Phosphorus
313mg · 45% DV
Iron
7.75mg · 43% DV
Sodium
775mg · 34% DV
Potassium ⭐
775mg · 23% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 238 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 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.
Sautéed chard with mussels is a simple Turkish-style dish of leafy chard cooked in a pan with mussels and a little oil. Onion or garlic may be added, depending on the cook. The greens bring a mild, earthy flavour, while mussels lend a briny taste and tender, slightly chewy texture.
Serve it warm as a light main or a shared starter, with bread and lemon; in Turkey, it fits naturally into a home-cooked lunch or dinner. Mussels contribute protein, iron and vitamin B12, while chard adds fibre and vitamin K. For a lighter version, use just enough oil to soften the greens and avoid cooking them for too long.
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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
2.63g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.13g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.