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Spinach-filled pastry roll, Turkish style
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Spinach Rolled Börek (80 g) has 176 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 20 g of carbs, 4.8 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 52 µg of Vitamin K covers 43% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Spinach Rolled Börek is a Turkish pastry made by wrapping seasoned spinach in thin sheets of yufka and baking the roll until its layers turn crisp and golden. Onion is a common addition, and some versions include cheese. Sliced across, it reveals a spiral of green filling within the pastry.
The outside is flaky while the spinach keeps the centre tender. In Turkey, it is served for breakfast, alongside tea, or as part of a spread; elsewhere, it works well as a savoury snack or light meal. Its nutritional profile is led by pastry carbohydrates, with spinach adding some fibre. Pair a piece with yoghurt or a fresh salad, or use a lighter hand with oil in the filling.
Selected: 100 g
220
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
25g
· 9% DV
Protein
6g
· 12% DV
Fat
10g
· 13% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 11% · Fat 42%
Vitamins
Vitamin K
65µg · 54% DV
Vitamin A
180µg · 20% DV
B2
0.15mg · 12% DV
Biotin
3.5µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Sodium
330mg · 14% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Iron
2mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
75mg · 11% DV
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.
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 220 calories in 100 g:
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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 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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
3.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24:1).
Spinach rolled börek is a Turkish pastry made by wrapping spinach filling in thin sheets of yufka and baking the roll until golden. The filling often includes onion and may include cheese, herbs, or spices, depending on the recipe.
To make spinach rolled börek with store-bought yufka, layer or overlap the sheets with a little oil-based sauce, spread cooled spinach filling along one edge, then roll and bake until browned. Keep the filling fairly dry so the pastry stays crisp.
Keep spinach rolled börek from getting soggy by draining the spinach well and cooling cooked filling before wrapping it. Avoid overfilling the pastry, and leave space around the baked rolls instead of covering them while hot, so steam can escape.
Yes, spinach rolled börek freezes well after baking. Cool it completely, freeze pieces separately until firm, then transfer them to an airtight container or freezer bag. Reheat from thawed in the oven to bring back some crispness.
Spinach rolled börek keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when stored covered and chilled promptly after cooling. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended time.
Spinach rolled börek is typically made with Turkish yufka and shaped into a roll, while Greek spanakopita is commonly layered or folded with phyllo and often combines spinach with feta and herbs. Recipes vary, but the pastry and traditional shape distinguish them.
Reheat spinach rolled börek in an oven or toaster oven rather than covering it in the microwave. Spread the pieces out so hot air reaches the pastry, and warm them until the centre is hot and the outside feels crisp again.
Serve spinach rolled börek with a fresh salad, plain yogurt, or a cup of tea. These lighter sides complement the rich, flaky pastry without competing with the savoury spinach filling; it also works well as part of a brunch spread.
Yes, spinach rolled börek can be assembled ahead and refrigerated before baking. Cover it so the yufka does not dry out, then bake it when needed. For the crispest result, avoid keeping the unbaked rolls in the fridge for too long.
Yes, spinach rolled börek can be filling because its pastry provides a substantial base and its spinach filling adds bulk. Pairing a piece with salad or yogurt makes a more balanced meal than serving several pieces on their own.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.