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Hearty home-style dish with iron, folate, and protein
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Spinach dish with ground beef and rice (250 g) has 280 calories. That works out to 112 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.8 g of carbs, 15.8 g of protein, 15.3 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 512.5 µg of Vitamin K covers 427% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 42 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
280
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
17.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
15.8g
· 32% DV
Fat
15.3g
· 20% 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 26% · Protein 23% · Fat 51%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 280 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.3 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 5.25 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.45 g | |
| Sodium | 600 mg | 26% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% |
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) | 250 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 18 g | 20 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 90 g | 101 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 392 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 360 g | 403 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 420 g | 470 kcal |
Calculated from 112 calories per 100 g.
A spinach dish with ground beef and rice is made by browning onion and beef, then adding spinach, rice, seasoning, and water or stock. Simmer gently until the rice is tender, stirring occasionally so it does not stick.
A spinach dish with ground beef and rice usually includes spinach, ground beef, rice, onion, and liquid for simmering. Tomato paste, garlic, paprika, or other seasonings are common additions, but recipes vary by household.
Yes, frozen spinach works in a spinach dish with ground beef and rice. Thaw it and drain excess liquid first, then reduce the added cooking liquid as needed; otherwise the rice may turn out wetter than intended.
Yes, a spinach dish with ground beef and rice can be frozen, though the rice and spinach may soften after thawing. Cool it promptly, freeze in sealed portions, and thaw in the refrigerator before reheating until steaming hot.
A spinach dish with ground beef and rice pairs well with plain yogurt, a crisp salad, or bread. Since rice is already part of the dish, another grain is usually unnecessary; a tangy side can balance its savory flavor.
A spinach dish with ground beef and rice keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Refrigerate leftovers rather than leaving this rice-containing dish at room temperature.
Usually, no: uncooked rice is added to a spinach dish with ground beef and rice so it can absorb the cooking liquid and flavors. If using cooked rice instead, stir it in near the end and use less liquid.
To keep the spinach less mushy in a spinach dish with ground beef and rice, add it after browning the beef and cook only until wilted. Avoid prolonged simmering once the leaves have softened and the rice is tender.
Yes, you can make a spinach dish with ground beef and rice ahead of time and refrigerate it once cooled. The rice will continue to absorb liquid, so loosen the dish with a little water when reheating if it has thickened.
Yes, a spinach dish with ground beef and rice is a familiar kind of Turkish home cooking, although ingredients and seasoning vary between families. It is commonly served warm as a main dish, often with yogurt.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
512.5µg · 427% DV
B12
1.8µg · 75% DV
Vitamin A
587.5µg · 65% DV
Folate
195µg · 49% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.05mg · 46% DV
Phosphorus
270mg · 39% DV
Zinc
3.75mg · 34% DV
Iron
6mg · 33% DV
Potassium ⭐
913mg · 27% DV
Sodium
600mg · 26% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 280 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Spinach dish with ground beef and rice is a Turkish home-style stew, usually made by cooking spinach, minced beef and rice together, often with onion and tomato. Recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen, and the rice absorbs some of the cooking liquid as it softens.
The spinach turns tender, while the beef adds savoury richness and the rice makes the dish substantial. In Turkey it is commonly served as a main course, often with yoghurt alongside; a simple salad also works well. It brings together protein from the beef and greens with rice for a hearty, everyday meal. For a lighter version, choose lean ground beef and use oil sparingly.
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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.