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Rich in iron and protein, high in fiber, vitamin-packed
In season: Spring · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Spinach stew with ground beef (200 g) has 180 calories. That works out to 90 calories per 100 g. It contains 13 g of carbs, 14.4 g of protein, 8.4 g of fat and 5 g of fiber. Its 420 µg of Vitamin K covers 350% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Spinach stew with ground beef is a homestyle Turkish dish, made by simmering spinach with browned minced beef and usually onion. Some cooks add tomato or tomato paste, while others include a little rice, so the stew can be looser or thicker depending on the household.
The spinach softens into the savory juices, and the beef makes each spoonful hearty without hiding the greens. In Turkey, it is commonly served as a main dish with rice pilaf and yogurt, with bread on the side; it also works well as a simple weeknight meal elsewhere. Ground beef contributes protein, while spinach brings fiber and a range of vitamins. At 7.2 grams of protein per 100 grams, it is filling; use a modest amount of oil for a lighter pot.
Selected: 100 g
90
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
6.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
7.2g
· 14% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% 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 28% · Protein 31% · Fat 41%
Vitamins
Vitamin K
210µg · 175% DV
Vitamin A
320µg · 36% DV
B12
0.7µg · 29% DV
Folate
70µg · 18% DV
Minerals
Zinc
2mg · 18% DV
Sodium
290mg · 13% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
85mg · 12% DV
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 90 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 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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Brown the ground beef with chopped onion, then stir in garlic or tomato paste if you like. Add washed, chopped spinach and a little liquid, cover, and simmer until tender. Some versions include rice; add it with enough extra liquid to cook through.
Spinach stew with ground beef pairs well with rice, crusty bread, or potatoes, which soak up its savory juices. A crisp salad or a spoonful of plain yogurt makes a fresh contrast to the rich, wilted spinach.
Yes, spinach stew with ground beef freezes well, although the spinach may be softer after thawing. Cool it promptly, portion it into airtight containers, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating until steaming hot.
Yes, frozen spinach works in spinach stew with ground beef. Thaw and drain it first if it releases a lot of liquid, then reduce the added broth or water so the stew does not become too thin.
Spinach stew with ground beef often turns watery because spinach releases moisture as it cooks. Drain washed spinach well, start with little added liquid, and simmer uncovered near the end if you need to reduce excess broth.
Spinach stew with ground beef keeps for a few days when refrigerated promptly in a covered container. Do not leave it sitting out for an extended time; reheat only the portion you plan to eat until it is thoroughly hot.
Often, yes: many home-style versions of spinach stew with ground beef include a little rice, which cooks in the spinach juices and makes the dish heartier. Recipes vary, so you can leave it out or serve rice on the side.
To keep spinach stew with ground beef from tasting bitter, use fresh spinach, remove tough stems, and avoid cooking it for longer than needed. Onion and tomato paste can round out the flavor; taste before adding more seasoning.
Yes, spinach stew with ground beef can be made ahead and refrigerated once it has cooled. Its flavors meld overnight, though the spinach softens further; reheat it gently with a splash of water if it has thickened.
Separate the spinach leaves and rinse them several times in a large bowl of water, lifting them out so grit stays at the bottom. Repeat with clean water until no soil remains, then drain well before adding the leaves to the stew.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.