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A vegetable stew made with spinach, rice, and celery leaves; calories vary with the amount of oil used.
In season: Spring · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Spinach stew with rice and celery leaves (250 g) has 180 calories. That works out to 72 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.8 g of carbs, 6.8 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 6.3 g of fiber. Its 525 µg of Vitamin K covers 438% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
180
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
20.8g
· 8% DV
Protein
6.8g
· 14% DV
Fat
8g
· 10% DV
Fiber
6.3g
· 23% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 15% · Fat 39%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.13 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 625 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 6.3 g | 23% |
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% |
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 | 180 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 20 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 252 kcal |
Calculated from 72 calories per 100 g.
To make spinach stew with rice and celery leaves, soften chopped onion in oil, then add washed spinach and finely chopped celery leaves. Once the spinach wilts, stir in rice and hot water, then simmer until the rice is tender.
Spinach stew with rice and celery leaves is made with spinach, rice, celery leaves, onion, oil, and water. Some home cooks add garlic, tomato paste, or lemon. Tomato paste deepens the flavor, while lemon adds brightness when serving.
Serve spinach stew with rice and celery leaves with a crisp salad or a spoonful of plain yogurt. Since the stew already contains rice, another grain is usually unnecessary; for a vegan meal, pair it with lemon-dressed greens instead.
Yes, frozen spinach works in spinach stew with rice and celery leaves. Thaw and drain it first so it does not make the stew watery, then add it to the pot and adjust the cooking time until the rice is tender.
Regular white rice works well in spinach stew with rice and celery leaves because it cooks in the same pot as the vegetables. Rinse it first to remove excess surface starch, and add enough liquid for the rice to soften without turning mushy.
Yes, spinach stew with rice and celery leaves can be frozen, though the spinach may soften and the rice may lose some of its texture after thawing. Cool it promptly, freeze in portions, and add a little water when reheating if it seems thick.
Put leftover spinach stew with rice and celery leaves into a covered container and refrigerate it promptly rather than leaving it at room temperature. Take out only the portion you plan to eat, since cooked rice should not sit out for extended periods.
Yes, reheat spinach stew with rice and celery leaves until steaming hot throughout. Warm it gently in a saucepan, stirring often; if the rice has absorbed the liquid, add a splash of water, and avoid repeatedly cooling and reheating the leftovers.
Spinach stew with rice and celery leaves can turn watery if the spinach is not drained well or too much water is added. Drain washed spinach thoroughly, add cooking liquid gradually, and simmer uncovered briefly if the finished stew needs thickening.
Yes, celery leaves give spinach stew with rice a fresh, distinctly herbal flavor that is stronger than spinach alone. Chop them finely and use a modest amount at first; parsley can replace them, but it will make the stew taste different.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
525µg · 438% DV
Vitamin A
700µg · 78% DV
Folate
137.5µg · 34% DV
Vitamin C
27.5mg · 31% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.13mg · 49% DV
Magnesium
138mg · 33% DV
Copper
0.25mg · 28% DV
Sodium
625mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
875mg · 26% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Spinach stew with rice and celery leaves is a home-style vegetable dish, simmered until the spinach softens and the rice makes the broth gently hearty. Celery leaves bring a fresh, savoury note; the exact balance depends on how much oil is used.
In Turkey, it is commonly served warm as a light main or alongside other dishes, often with yoghurt and bread. Elsewhere, it also fits easily into a simple weeknight meal, either on its own or with a side salad. It is vegetable-forward, with rice providing carbohydrates and spinach contributing fibre. For a lighter bowl, use a modest amount of oil and serve with yoghurt or a crisp salad.
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
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
1.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
5g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.