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Sautéed Şevketi bostan Calories
Fiber-rich, low-calorie Aegean green sautéed in olive oil
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Sautéed Şevketi bostan (120 g) has 94 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.5 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 6.7 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 198 µg of Vitamin K covers 165% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Sautéed Şevketi bostan Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
94
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
6.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.7g
· 9% 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 27% · Protein 10% · Fat 63%
Sautéed Şevketi bostan nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 94 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.98 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 82 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 2.5 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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Sautéed Şevketi bostan?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 14 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (medium) | 54 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 70 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 140 kcal |
Calculated from 78 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sautéed Şevketi bostan
What is sautéed Şevketi bostan?
Sautéed Şevketi bostan is an Aegean Turkish dish made with the edible shoots of the Şevketi bostan plant, cooked in olive oil. The plant is also known as Spanish oyster thistle; the finished dish is usually served warm as a vegetable side or light meal.
How do you cook sautéed Şevketi bostan?
To make sautéed Şevketi bostan, clean and chop the tender shoots, then cook them with olive oil and usually onion until soft. Some cooks blanch tougher pieces first, while garlic and a squeeze of lemon are common finishing touches.
What does sautéed Şevketi bostan taste like?
Sautéed Şevketi bostan has a mild, earthy, slightly herbal flavor, rather than the sharp bitterness some people expect from a wild thistle. Lemon brightens it, and olive oil gives the tender shoots a rich, rounded finish.
How do you clean Şevketi bostan for sautéing?
For sautéed Şevketi bostan, remove the prickly leaves and trim away tough ends, then peel any stringy outer fibers from the stems. Wear gloves if the plant is spiny, and rinse the pieces thoroughly to remove grit trapped around the shoots.
Is Şevketi bostan the same as cardoon?
No, Şevketi bostan is not the same plant as the familiar cultivated cardoon, although both are thistles and their edible parts can look similar. Şevketi bostan usually refers to Scolymus hispanicus, also called Spanish oyster thistle, used in Aegean cooking.
Which part of Şevketi bostan goes into the sauté?
Sautéed Şevketi bostan is usually made with the plant’s tender young shoots and soft stem portions. Prickly leaves and fibrous sections are removed during cleaning; edible roots exist but are not a standard ingredient in every sauté.
What is the difference between sautéed Şevketi bostan and lamb Şevketi bostan?
Sautéed Şevketi bostan is generally a vegetable dish cooked with olive oil, often with onion. Lamb Şevketi bostan is a separate, slow-cooked preparation in which the shoots simmer with lamb and may be finished with an egg-and-lemon sauce.
What should you serve with sautéed Şevketi bostan?
Serve sautéed Şevketi bostan with crusty bread, rice, or a cooling yogurt dip. It also fits alongside grilled fish or meat, while a bean dish or other seasonal vegetables can turn it into a more substantial plant-based meal.
Can you freeze sautéed Şevketi bostan?
Yes, you can freeze sautéed Şevketi bostan, though the shoots may be softer after thawing. Cool it first, pack it in an airtight container, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating gently in a pan.
How long does sautéed Şevketi bostan keep in the fridge?
Sautéed Şevketi bostan keeps for a few days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it once it has cooled rather than leaving it out, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Sautéed Şevketi bostan Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
198µg · 165% DV
Vitamin A
222µg · 25% DV
Folate
69.6µg · 17% DV
Vitamin E
2.28mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Iron
2.52mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
382mg · 11% DV
Sodium
82mg · 4% DV
Sautéed Şevketi bostan Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sautéed Şevketi bostan
To burn the 94 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Sautéed Şevketi bostan?
Sautéed Şevketi bostan is an Aegean Turkish dish made from a wild, thistle-like edible plant, cleaned and cooked until tender. It is commonly sautéed with olive oil and onion, though home recipes vary.
The greens have a gently earthy, slightly bitter flavour; their stems become soft while keeping some substance. In Turkey, the dish is served warm or at room temperature as a vegetable side or meze, often alongside rice or yoghurt. It is relatively light, with 78 calories per 100 g, and provides fibre. For a simple meal, pair it with bread and beans or serve it beside grilled vegetables; use a measured pour of oil if you want to keep the dish lighter.
How Nutritious Is Sautéed Şevketi bostan?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Sautéed Şevketi bostan Processed?
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.
Does Sautéed Şevketi bostan Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Sautéed Şevketi bostan Good For?
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
Sautéed Şevketi bostan Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.98g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.85g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.7:1).
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