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Fiber-rich, low-calorie, rich in vitamin K
In season: Spring · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sauteed spinach roots (120 g) has 94 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 7 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 5.8 g of fat and 3.7 g of fiber. Its 384 µg of Vitamin K covers 320% 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
7g
· 3% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
5.8g
· 7% DV
Fiber
3.7g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 30% · Protein 13% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 94 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.8 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.78 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 102 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% |
| Protein | 3.1 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 (small) | 18 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 27 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (medium) | 54 g | 42 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 70 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 90 g | 70 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 140 kcal |
Calculated from 78 calories per 100 g.
Sauteed spinach roots are a home-style vegetable dish made by cooking the edible root ends and stems of spinach in a pan. Recipes commonly add onion and seasonings, and may include tomato or spinach leaves.
Yes, spinach roots are edible and are the main ingredient in sauteed spinach roots. Trim damaged ends, wash away all soil between the roots, and cook them until tender; discard any parts that are slimy or spoiled.
To make sauteed spinach roots, wash and trim the roots, then cook them in a pan with onion and oil until tender. Add a splash of water and cover the pan if the roots need more time to soften.
Rinse spinach roots under cold running water and rub away the soil, opening up any tangled sections. Cutting thick roots lengthwise helps expose grit. Wash them thoroughly before chopping or adding them to the pan.
Sauteed spinach roots taste mild and earthy, with a firmer bite than spinach leaves. Any lingering gritty or earthy taste usually means soil was left in the roots, so careful washing makes a noticeable difference.
Yes, spinach leaves can go into sauteed spinach roots, but add them after the roots have started to soften. The leaves cook quickly, so adding them later helps keep them from turning overly limp.
Yes, eggs are a common variation for sauteed spinach roots. Once the roots are tender, stir in beaten eggs or crack eggs over the pan and cover it until they set for a more filling dish.
Sauteed spinach roots pair well with plain yogurt, rice, or bread. Garlic yogurt complements their earthy flavor, while serving them alongside a simple grain makes them part of a more substantial meal.
Store leftover sauteed spinach roots in a covered container in the refrigerator once they have cooled. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, heating it thoroughly in a pan or microwave rather than repeatedly warming the whole batch.
Yes, you can freeze sauteed spinach roots, though the roots may be softer after thawing. Cool the dish, portion it into freezer-safe containers, and reheat it thoroughly after thawing.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
384µg · 320% DV
Vitamin A
456µg · 51% DV
Folate
114µg · 28% DV
Vitamin E
2.16mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.78mg · 34% DV
Magnesium
82mg · 20% DV
Iron
3.36mg · 19% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
504mg · 15% DV
Sodium
102mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sauteed spinach roots are made from the cleaned roots of spinach, usually cooked in a pan with onion and a little oil until tender. In Turkish home cooking, the roots are often saved when the leaves are prepared, turning a part of the vegetable that might otherwise be discarded into a simple side dish. Recipes vary from household to household.
The roots have a mild, earthy flavour and soften as they cook while keeping a little bite. Serve them warm or at room temperature alongside a main dish, or as part of a spread of vegetable sides; bread is an easy pairing. They provide fibre and make a relatively light vegetable dish. Use oil sparingly for a lighter result, or add lemon or a spoonful of yoghurt at the table.
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
0.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.79g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.