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Spinach güllaç börek Calories
Light börek made with spinach and thin güllaç sheets
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Spinach güllaç börek (120 g) has 202 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.4 g of carbs, 6.5 g of protein, 7.3 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 141.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 118% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Spinach güllaç börek Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
202
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
27.4g
· 10% DV
Protein
6.5g
· 13% DV
Fat
7.3g
· 9% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 13% · Fat 33%
Spinach güllaç börek nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 202 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.3 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.52 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 298 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.4 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% |
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 Medium Spinach güllaç börek?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 90 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 95 g | 160 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 240 g | 403 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Spinach güllaç börek
What is spinach güllaç börek?
Spinach güllaç börek is a savory Turkish börek made by layering thin güllaç sheets with spinach filling and baking them. It uses sheets more commonly associated with the Turkish milk dessert güllaç, giving this börek a delicate, softer texture than many pastry versions.
How do you make spinach güllaç börek?
To make spinach güllaç börek, cook chopped spinach with onion, let the filling cool, then layer it between güllaç sheets moistened with a milk-and-egg mixture. Bake until the layers are set and the top is golden, and let it rest before cutting.
Can you use güllaç sheets for savory spinach börek?
Yes, güllaç sheets can be used for savory spinach börek. They are thin and fragile, so moisten them lightly rather than soaking them; too much liquid can make the layers collapse instead of holding the filling.
Does spinach need to be cooked before making spinach güllaç börek?
It is best to cook spinach before adding it to spinach güllaç börek. Cooking releases excess water, which you can drain away, and prevents the filling from making the delicate güllaç layers soggy while baking.
How is spinach güllaç börek different from regular börek?
Spinach güllaç börek uses thin güllaç sheets rather than the usual börek pastry, so its layers are more delicate and can turn softer. It is a savory adaptation of güllaç, which is better known as a Turkish dessert made with milk-soaked sheets.
Can you add cheese to spinach güllaç börek?
Yes, crumbled feta-style white cheese or a mild fresh cheese can be mixed into spinach güllaç börek filling. Add it after the cooked spinach has cooled, and taste before adding salt because the cheese may already be salty.
Why does spinach güllaç börek turn soggy?
Spinach güllaç börek turns soggy when the sheets are oversoaked or the spinach filling contains too much water. Drain cooked spinach well and brush the sheets with just enough liquid to soften them without leaving them dripping.
Can spinach güllaç börek be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble spinach güllaç börek ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator before baking. Avoid leaving it assembled for too long, because the sheets continue absorbing moisture and may lose their distinct layers.
Can you freeze spinach güllaç börek?
You can freeze baked spinach güllaç börek, although its delicate layers may be softer after thawing. Cool it completely, wrap individual portions airtight, thaw them in the refrigerator, and reheat in the oven to improve the texture.
What should you serve with spinach güllaç börek?
Serve spinach güllaç börek with plain yogurt, cacık, or a crisp salad. These cool, fresh sides balance the savory spinach filling and make the börek work well as part of lunch or a light dinner.
Spinach güllaç börek Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
141.6µg · 118% DV
Vitamin A
198µg · 22% DV
Folate
69.6µg · 17% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.62mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
130mg · 19% DV
Selenium
9.36µg · 17% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Sodium
298mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
295mg · 9% DV
Spinach güllaç börek Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Spinach güllaç börek
To burn the 202 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Spinach güllaç börek?
Spinach güllaç börek is a Turkish-style savoury pastry made by layering thin güllaç sheets with a spinach filling and baking them. The sheets give it a delicate, tender structure, while the spinach brings a mild, earthy flavour. It is a lighter-feeling alternative to many richer börek varieties, though recipes and fillings can vary from kitchen to kitchen.
In Turkey, it can be served at breakfast, alongside tea, or as a light meal, often with yoghurt or ayran. For English-speaking readers, it also works well as a simple lunch with a crisp salad. It provides 5.4 g of protein per 100 g; pair it with a protein-rich side if you want a more substantial meal, or keep the plate light with fresh vegetables.
How Nutritious Is Spinach güllaç börek?
Nutrient density
Medium
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 Spinach güllaç börek Processed?
NOVA 3
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 Spinach güllaç börek Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Spinach güllaç börek Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
Spinach güllaç börek Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.92g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.1:1).
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