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High fiber, antioxidant-rich, low calorie, traditional Anatolian dish
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Sauteed Mountain Herb has 55 calories. It contains 7.8 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 1.2 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 210 µg of Vitamin K covers 175% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
55
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
7.8g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 18% · Fat 21%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 55 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.2 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.18 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.8 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
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) | 100 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 50 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 85 g | 47 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 120 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 83 kcal |
Calculated from 55 calories per 100 g.
Sauteed Mountain Herb is made by cleaning edible greens and cooking them until tender, often in a pan with onion and a little oil. The exact method varies with the herb used; avoid overcooking so the greens keep some texture.
There is no single fixed herb blend for Sauteed Mountain Herb; the greens vary by region and season. It may be made with locally gathered edible plants, but never use a wild herb unless you can identify it with confidence.
Sauteed Mountain Herb belongs to the tradition of cooking wild greens found in Anatolian home cooking. Its ingredients and preparation differ between regions, so it is better understood as a regional style of dish than as one standardized recipe.
Sauteed Mountain Herb works well with bread and yogurt, or as a vegetable side alongside a main dish. It can also be served at breakfast; adding eggs makes it a more substantial meal.
Sort the greens for Sauteed Mountain Herb individually, then rinse them several times under running water. Check around the stems, where grit can collect, and discard any plant you cannot identify as an edible herb.
Yes, tender greens for Sauteed Mountain Herb can often go straight into the pan. Briefly blanching tougher or more strongly flavored greens may soften them and reduce bitterness, but the right approach depends on the plant.
Sauteed Mountain Herb can taste bitter because of the particular greens used or their maturity. If the bitterness is pronounced, briefly blanch the greens and drain them before sautéing; prolonged boiling can make their texture limp.
Store Sauteed Mountain Herb in a covered container in the refrigerator and aim to eat it within about three days. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and reheat only the portion you plan to serve.
Yes, Sauteed Mountain Herb can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized portions once it has cooled. The leaves may be softer or more watery after thawing, so freezing works best when texture is less important.
Use a nonstick pan, a modest amount of oil, and a lid to help the greens soften as you cook Sauteed Mountain Herb. Onion, garlic, and herbs can add flavor without requiring a large amount of oil.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
210µg · 175% DV
Vitamin A
320µg · 36% DV
Vitamin C
24mg · 27% DV
Folate
48µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.31mg · 13% DV
Iron
2.2mg · 12% DV
Calcium
110mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
340mg · 10% DV
Sodium
18mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sauteed mountain herb is a rustic Anatolian dish made by cooking edible wild greens in a pan until tender. The particular herbs vary with the region and season; home cooks may sauté them with onion. The greens have a fresh, earthy flavour that can be pleasantly bitter, with a soft texture once cooked. In Turkey, the dish is served warm alongside a main meal or as part of a spread of small plates. A squeeze of lemon or a spoonful of yoghurt makes a simple accompaniment.
It is a fibre-rich, relatively low-calorie vegetable dish: 100 g provides 4.5 g of fibre and 55 calories. Use a modest amount of oil for a lighter version, or pair it with eggs or beans to make a more substantial meal.
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.
High
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
0.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.13g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.