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Wild edible herb from Yozgat, low calorie, source of fiber and vitamins
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Yozgat Çemek (60 g) has 17 calories. That works out to 28 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.7 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 126 µg of Vitamin K covers 105% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 60 g
17
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
2.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 29% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 17 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% |
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 cup (medium) | 60 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 40 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 80 g | 22 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 28 kcal |
Calculated from 28 calories per 100 g.
Yozgat Çemek is a wild edible herb associated with Yozgat, a province in central Turkey. The local name may refer to a regional food plant, so do not assume it is interchangeable with another herb unless its identity is confirmed.
Yozgat Çemek is usually prepared as a cooked green: sort and wash it thoroughly, chop it, then cook it in a home-style dish. Local recipes vary, so use a trusted Yozgat recipe rather than assuming one fixed set of ingredients.
Yozgat Çemek is safe to eat only when the plant has been correctly identified and gathered from a clean area. Do not rely on a name or photograph alone, and avoid plants collected beside roads or from fields that may have been sprayed.
Yozgat Çemek has the earthy, leafy character typical of wild greens, though its exact flavor can vary with the plant and how it is cooked. Cooking it with simple ingredients lets its flavor come through without overwhelming it.
It is better to cook Yozgat Çemek rather than eat it raw. Thorough washing removes surface dirt, but it does not verify a wild plant’s identity or make an incorrectly identified herb safe to eat.
To clean Yozgat Çemek, remove damaged leaves, roots, and visible debris, then rinse it repeatedly in clean water. Drain it well before chopping; wild greens can hold grit, so inspect the leaves as you wash them.
Yozgat Çemek refers to a wild edible herb, while the name may also be used informally for a dish made with it. Recipes are regional and can differ between households, so clarify whether a menu means the herb or its cooked preparation.
Yes, you can freeze Yozgat Çemek for later cooking. Sort and wash it, briefly blanch it, cool and drain it, then pack it in portions. Use the frozen herb in cooked dishes rather than expecting it to keep a fresh texture.
Yozgat Çemek pairs well with plain yogurt, bread, rice, or a mild bean dish. These simple accompaniments suit it as a cooked green without masking its regional, earthy flavor.
Yozgat Çemek is a regionally named wild herb, while spinach is a widely cultivated leafy vegetable with a clearly standardized identity. They may be cooked in similar ways, but do not substitute one for the other until you know what plant the local name refers to.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
126µg · 105% DV
Vitamin A
192µg · 21% DV
Vitamin C
16.8mg · 19% DV
Folate
34.8µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
252mg · 7% DV
Iron
1.32mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.17mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Sodium
11mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Yozgat Çemek is a wild edible herb associated with Yozgat, a province in central Turkey. It is gathered for its tender growth and prepared as a leafy vegetable; the exact plant and its flavour can vary by local usage, so buy it from a knowledgeable source if you are unfamiliar with it.
In Turkey, wild greens are commonly cooked simply, often softened with onion or combined with eggs, and served with bread or a spoonful of yogurt as part of a home meal. Its mild, leafy character suits a plate alongside grains or other vegetables. It is light in calories and provides fibre: 100 g contains 28 calories and 2.8 g of fibre. If you are trying it for the first time, cook a small amount and pair it with familiar greens.
Very 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 1
Unprocessed
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
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.