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Low-calorie, fiber-rich, very high in vitamin K
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sauteed green beet (90 g) has 32 calories. That works out to 35 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.2 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 294.3 µg of Vitamin K covers 245% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 90 g
32
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
4.2g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
1.4g
· 2% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 18% · Fat 35%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 32 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.4 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 171 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.2 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% |
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) | 90 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 5 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 45 g | 16 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 90 g | 32 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 180 g | 63 kcal |
Calculated from 35 calories per 100 g.
Sauteed green beet is made from the leafy tops and tender stems of beet plants, cooked in a pan until soft. Garlic, olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon are common additions that complement the greens’ earthy flavor.
Wash and chop the beet leaves and stems. Cook the stems first in a little oil, then add the leaves and stir until they wilt and become tender. Season with garlic, pepper, and lemon for a simple sauteed green beet dish.
Yes, the stems are edible and can be cooked along with the leaves. Chop them small and add them to the pan first because they take longer to soften. If a stem is especially thick or woody, trim away the tough end.
Yes. Beet leaves often hold soil between their folds and around the stems, so rinse them in several changes of water and drain well before cooking. Excess water can make sauteed green beet steam rather than brown in the pan.
The beet leaves used for sauteed green beet can also be eaten raw, such as in a salad, if washed thoroughly. Their texture is firmer and their flavor more earthy than after cooking, so young, tender leaves work best raw.
Beet greens can have a naturally earthy or slightly bitter taste, especially when the leaves are mature. For sauteed green beet, cook the stems until tender, add garlic, and finish with lemon juice to brighten and balance the flavor.
Keep unwashed, dry beet greens in the refrigerator, loosely wrapped in a paper towel inside a bag or container. Use them while the leaves are still crisp and green; discard leaves that become slimy or develop an unpleasant smell.
Yes, you can freeze sauteed green beet in an airtight freezer-safe container once it has cooled. The leaves may be softer after thawing, so frozen portions work better stirred into soups, stews, or eggs than served as a crisp side.
Store leftover sauteed green beet in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within 3–4 days. Refrigerate it promptly after the meal, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Sauteed green beet is rich in vitamin K, which can affect how warfarin works. People taking warfarin generally need to keep their vitamin K intake consistent, so discuss a major change in portion or frequency with the clinician managing the medication.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
294.3µg · 245% DV
Vitamin A
275.4µg · 31% DV
Vitamin C
16.2mg · 18% DV
Vitamin E
1.62mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Magnesium
73mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Manganese
0.32mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
342mg · 10% DV
Sodium
171mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 32 calories in 1 serving (medium) (90 g):
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Sauteed green beet is a simple preparation of edible beet leaves and stems, cooked in a pan until tender, often with onion and a little oil. The greens have a flavour and feel somewhat like chard, while the stems stay pleasantly firm; recipes vary, and garlic or a squeeze of lemon may also be added.
Serve it warm as a vegetable side or with bread, eggs, grains, or a savoury main. It works well in home cooking across regions where beet greens are eaten, and can also be folded into a grain bowl. It is a low-calorie, fibre-rich choice with plenty of vitamin K. Use just enough oil to soften the leaves if you want to keep the dish light.
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
0.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.34g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.46g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.