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High in iron and protein, low calorie, fiber-rich
In season: Spring · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Spinach egg dish (180 g) has 153 calories. That works out to 85 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.4 g of carbs, 11.2 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 4.3 g of fiber. Its 450 µg of Vitamin K covers 375% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
A spinach egg dish is a simple home-style preparation of chopped spinach cooked until tender with eggs stirred in or cooked on top. It is especially familiar in Turkish cooking, where onion may also be used, and the eggs can be left softly scrambled through the greens, as in this version.
The spinach brings a gentle, earthy flavour and a tender texture, while the eggs make the dish more filling. Serve it warm for lunch or a light supper, with bread and yoghurt on the side; it can also work as a savoury breakfast. Eggs contribute protein and spinach adds fibre: a 100 g portion has 6.2 g of protein. For a lighter plate, use a little oil and pair it with yoghurt or a fresh salad.
Selected: 100 g
85
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
4.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 30% · Fat 50%
Vitamins
Vitamin K
250µg · 208% DV
Vitamin A
430µg · 48% DV
Biotin
7.5µg · 25% DV
B12
0.6µg · 25% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
95mg · 14% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 85 calories in 100 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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
A spinach egg dish is made by cooking chopped spinach until tender, then adding eggs and cooking until they reach your preferred texture. Sautéing onion first is a common option; let excess liquid evaporate before adding the eggs so the dish does not turn watery.
A spinach egg dish mainly needs spinach and eggs. Many home cooks also use onion, oil, salt, and pepper; some versions include garlic, tomato, or spices. The exact additions vary, so there is no single required seasoning beyond the spinach and eggs.
To keep a spinach egg dish from getting watery, dry the washed spinach well and cook it until its released liquid evaporates before adding the eggs. Frozen spinach works too, but thaw and drain it first because it often releases more water.
Yes, frozen spinach works in a spinach egg dish. Thaw it and squeeze or drain away excess liquid, then cook it in the pan until relatively dry before adding the eggs. This helps the eggs set instead of becoming diluted.
Add the eggs to a spinach egg dish after the spinach is tender and excess moisture has cooked off. Stir in beaten eggs for an even, soft mixture, or crack them directly into the pan and cover it if you want distinct eggs.
Serve a spinach egg dish with toast, flatbread, or roasted potatoes for a simple meal. A fresh salad or plain yogurt also works well alongside it, especially when the dish includes onion or warm spices.
A spinach egg dish keeps for about 2 days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, until hot throughout, rather than repeatedly warming and cooling the whole dish.
You can freeze a cooked spinach egg dish, but the eggs may become rubbery and the spinach can release water after thawing. For a better texture, freeze cooked spinach separately and add freshly cooked eggs when you are ready to serve.
A spinach egg dish can be made ahead for breakfast, but freshly cooked eggs usually have a better texture. If preparing it in advance, refrigerate it promptly in a covered container and reheat a single portion thoroughly before eating.
The iron in spinach is non-heme iron, which the body absorbs less readily than iron from meat. Having a source of vitamin C, such as citrus or tomatoes, with a spinach egg dish can improve absorption of its plant-based iron.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.