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Pale green, smooth-skinned squash cut into chunky pieces, with firm white flesh and a few visible seeds, arranged on a plate.
●Low GI
★Natural
⚡High Potassium

Setfati Calories

Leafy green, low-calorie, provides fiber and micronutrients

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn

CALORIES · 100 G

23kcal

GI

15low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

558mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.2g

Quick answer

1 cup (chopped) of Setfati (30 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 23 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.1 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 144.9 µg of Vitamin K covers 121% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Setfati Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 30 g

7

KCAL / 30G

Carbs

1.1g

· 0% DV

Protein

0.9g

· 2% DV

Fat

0.1g

· 0% DV

Fiber

0.7g

· 3% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 40% · Fat 11%

Setfati nutrition facts table · 1 cup (chopped) (30 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories7 kcal
Total fat0.1 g0%
Saturated fat0.02 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium24 mg1%
Total carbohydrate1.1 g0%
Fiber0.7 g3%
Protein0.9 g2%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Chopped Setfati?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (chopped)30 g7 kcal
1 piece (whole)10 g2 kcal
1 serving (small)50 g12 kcal
5 piece (whole)50 g12 kcal
2 cup (chopped)60 g14 kcal
1 serving (medium)80 g18 kcal
100 g100 g23 kcal
1 serving (large)120 g28 kcal

Calculated from 23 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Setfati

What is Setfati?

Setfati is a leafy green eaten as a vegetable. Its name and culinary use may be local, so ask the seller how it is usually prepared if you are unfamiliar with the plant.

How do you cook Setfati?

Wash and chop Setfati, then sauté it briefly or cook it with other vegetables. As with many leafy greens, shorter cooking keeps the leaves from becoming overly soft.

Can you eat Setfati raw?

Yes, Setfati can be eaten raw if the leaves are fresh and thoroughly washed. If you are trying this local green for the first time, start with a small amount; cooking softens the leaves.

How should you wash and prepare Setfati?

Rinse Setfati leaves individually under running water and check for soil between them. Trim any tough stems, then dry and chop the leaves for cooking or salad.

What does Setfati taste like?

The flavor can vary with the plant and where it is grown, so there is no reliable single description for every Setfati. Try a small cooked portion first; sautéing it briefly makes its natural flavor easier to assess.

What dishes can you make with Setfati?

Setfati works in cooked vegetable dishes, soups, or omelets. For a simple first preparation, sauté it briefly with onion and oil, then taste it before adding stronger seasonings.

How do you store Setfati in the fridge?

Keep Setfati unwashed in the refrigerator’s crisper drawer, loosely wrapped so excess moisture does not collect around the leaves. Wash it just before use, and remove any leaves that start to spoil.

Can you freeze Setfati?

Yes. Frozen Setfati may become softer after thawing, so it is better suited to cooked dishes than salads. Wash and dry the leaves, portion them, and freeze them in an airtight container.

How can you tell if Setfati is fresh when buying it?

Choose Setfati with leaves that look firm and fresh, and avoid yellowed, bruised, or slimy leaves. If it is sold in a bunch, check the leaves inside as well as those visible on the outside.

Can you eat Setfati every day?

Setfati can be included regularly as one of several vegetables in a varied diet. If eating a large amount of leafy vegetables causes you gas or bloating, reduce the portion and see how you feel.

Setfati Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

144.9µg · 121% DV

Vitamin A

140.7µg · 16% DV

Folate

58.2µg · 15% DV

Vitamin C

8.43mg · 9% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.27mg · 12% DV

Magnesium

24mg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

167mg · 5% DV

Iron

0.81mg · 5% DV

Sodium

24mg · 1% DV

Setfati Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

15
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.3
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Setfati

To burn the 7 calories in 1 cup (chopped) (30 g):

🚶

2min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

1min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

1min

Cycling

🏊

1min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Setfati?

Setfati is a leafy green eaten as a vegetable. Its name may be unfamiliar in many kitchens, and local uses can vary, so treat it much like other cooking greens: wash the leaves well, chop them, and add them to a dish. Tender leaves can also be tried raw, while sturdier ones are better briefly sautéed or stirred into soup. Onion, garlic and a little oil make a simple, adaptable preparation.

It is a light choice, with 23 calories and 2.2 g of fibre per 100 g. Serve it alongside grains, eggs or beans, or fold it into a mixed-vegetable meal. For a lighter dish, use just enough oil to soften the leaves.

How Nutritious Is Setfati?

Nutrient density

Very high

90/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

53/ 100

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.

Is Setfati Processed?

NOVA 1

Unprocessed

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.

Does Setfati Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Setfati Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Setfati Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.02g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.05g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.