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Traditional herb salad with olive oil
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Töğmeken salad (150 g) has 102 calories. That works out to 68 calories per 100 g. It contains 8 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 7.1 g of fat and 4.7 g of fiber. Its 382.5 µg of Vitamin K covers 319% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
102
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
8g
· 3% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
7.1g
· 9% DV
Fiber
4.7g
· 17% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 29% · Protein 12% · Fat 59%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 102 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.1 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.99 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 278 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
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) | 150 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 75 g | 51 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 204 kcal |
Calculated from 68 calories per 100 g.
Töğmeken salad is a traditional herb salad made with the locally named töğmeken plant and olive oil. Recipes may differ from household to household, so additional ingredients such as lemon or garlic are optional rather than defining features.
Töğmeken salad can be made with either raw or briefly blanched herb, depending on the recipe and the texture of the leaves. Tender leaves can be used raw after thorough washing; tougher leaves are often easier to eat after blanching.
Töğmeken salad has a distinct leafy, herbal flavor, with olive oil adding a rounded richness. Its exact taste varies with the plant and preparation; older or tougher leaves can taste more bitter than tender ones.
To keep Töğmeken salad from turning soggy, dry the washed leaves well and add the olive oil and any lemon juice shortly before serving. If you prepare the herb ahead, store it separately from the dressing.
Only forage the herb for Töğmeken salad if you can identify the plant with certainty. Local plant names can refer to different species, and some wild plants are unsafe to eat; buy it from a knowledgeable source if identification is uncertain.
Töğmeken salad can taste bitter because of the herb variety, mature leaves, or bitterness released during cooking. Remove tough parts and drain blanched leaves thoroughly; adding a little lemon can balance the flavor without hiding the herb completely.
Töğmeken salad is served as a side dish alongside a meal, rather than as a dressing-based lettuce salad. Its herb-and-olive-oil flavor works well with grilled or baked foods, beans, and other small dishes on the table.
Freezing prepared Töğmeken salad is not recommended because thawing makes the dressed leaves limp and watery. If you have extra fresh herb, freeze it separately after cleaning and drying, then use it later in a cooked preparation.
There is no single fixed recipe for Töğmeken salad that applies to every household. The locally named herb and olive oil are central, while the choice to add lemon, garlic, or other seasonings varies by cook and region.
Yes, you can prepare the herb for Töğmeken salad ahead, but keep it dry and refrigerated until serving. Add olive oil and acidic ingredients at the last moment to preserve the leaves’ texture and avoid excess liquid.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
382.5µg · 319% DV
Vitamin A
427.5µg · 48% DV
Vitamin C
36mg · 40% DV
Folate
117µg · 29% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.59mg · 26% DV
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Iron
3.15mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
552mg · 16% DV
Sodium
278mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Töğmeken salad is a traditional Turkish herb salad made with töğmeken, a regional green, and olive oil. Recipes can vary from one household or locality to another, with the herb’s fresh, distinctive flavour at the centre of the dish.
It is typically served as a side or meze alongside a home-cooked meal, adding a bright, leafy contrast to richer dishes. The salad provides fibre, while olive oil gives it much of its richness. For a lighter version, use a modest amount of oil and dress the greens shortly before serving so they stay fresh.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.99g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.83g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.