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Scrambled eggs with tree leaves, a protein- and fiber-rich traditional dish.
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Tree Leaves Scrambled Eggs (120 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.8 g of carbs, 9.4 g of protein, 8.5 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 96 µg of Vitamin K covers 80% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
132
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
3.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
9.4g
· 19% DV
Fat
8.5g
· 11% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 12% · Protein 29% · Fat 59%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.5 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.52 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 132 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% |
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) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 99 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 2 serving (double) | 240 g | 264 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Tree Leaves Scrambled Eggs can be made only with leaves known to be edible; the particular species varies by recipe and region. The name does not identify a safe tree. Never use unidentified leaves or assume that leaves from a familiar-looking tree are edible.
Tree Leaves Scrambled Eggs are made by cleaning and preparing confirmed edible leaves, softening them in a pan, then cooking them with beaten eggs. Whether the leaves need blanching first depends on their species and the recipe; cooking does not make an unsafe leaf safe.
Tree Leaves Scrambled Eggs is described as a traditional dish, but the name alone does not point to one specific place or a single recipe. Its history and ingredients can differ between communities, so the exact edible leaf used is the best clue to a local version.
No. Many tree leaves are inedible, and some can be poisonous or irritating. Use only a species positively identified as edible by a reliable source; washing, frying, or mixing a leaf with egg does not remove every possible toxin.
Tree Leaves Scrambled Eggs may taste bitter because some edible leaves are naturally bitter, especially depending on their maturity and preparation. Brief blanching may soften the flavor for suitable leaves, but bitterness is not a reliable way to judge whether an unidentified leaf is safe.
Sometimes. Blanching can soften certain edible leaves and reduce their bitterness, while other leaves are prepared directly in the pan. Follow guidance for the specific species rather than applying one method to every tree leaf.
Tree Leaves Scrambled Eggs can be served hot with simple sides such as tomatoes, yogurt, or bread. The best pairing depends on the local recipe and the flavor of the confirmed edible leaves; serve it as a cooked egg dish rather than using raw, unidentified leaves.
Refrigerate leftover Tree Leaves Scrambled Eggs promptly in a covered container and eat them soon. Reheat thoroughly before serving, and discard them if they have been left out for an extended period; cooked eggs should not sit at room temperature.
Yes, but the leaves may turn watery and the scrambled eggs can become rubbery after thawing. For the best texture, eat Tree Leaves Scrambled Eggs freshly cooked; if you freeze leftovers, seal them well and do not refreeze them after thawing.
Yes, Tree Leaves Scrambled Eggs can be a filling breakfast because it combines eggs with edible leaves. Make sure the leaves are correctly identified and thoroughly cleaned, and cook the eggs fully; add other foods to suit your appetite and usual breakfast.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
96µg · 80% DV
Biotin
12µg · 40% DV
B12
0.6µg · 25% DV
Vitamin A
216µg · 24% DV
Minerals
Selenium
12µg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
132mg · 19% DV
Iodine
22µg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.26mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
204mg · 6% DV
Sodium
132mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Tree Leaves Scrambled Eggs combines chopped edible leaves with eggs, cooked together in a pan. The particular leaves depend on the local recipe; the name alone does not identify a species or a place of origin, and not every tree leaf is safe to eat.
As the leaves soften, they bring a mild, green, sometimes slightly fibrous quality to the tender eggs. Where this kind of dish is eaten, it can be served hot for breakfast or as a simple meal with bread and a fresh side. It provides 7.8 g of protein per 100 g, with some fibre from the leaves. Choose only leaves known to be edible and suitable for cooking, and use a modest amount of oil for a lighter result.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
2.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.56g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.