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Wild herb native to Yozgat, eaten fresh, rich in vitamins and minerals
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Yozgat Cirtlak Herb (40 g) has 13 calories. That works out to 32 calories per 100 g. It contains 2 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 72 µg of Vitamin K covers 60% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 40 g
13
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
2g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 31% · Fat 13%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 13 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% |
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) | 40 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 7 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 3 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 20 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 19 kcal |
| 2 cup (large) | 80 g | 26 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 100 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 150 g | 48 kcal |
Calculated from 32 calories per 100 g.
Yozgat Cirtlak Herb is a wild herb associated with the Yozgat region of Turkey and eaten fresh. The local name alone does not reliably identify a plant, so buy it from a knowledgeable source or confirm its identification before eating.
Yozgat Cirtlak Herb can be eaten fresh after it has been sorted and washed, such as mixed into a salad. Preparation may vary by household; do not eat a foraged plant unless you are certain it has been correctly identified.
Yes, Yozgat Cirtlak Herb can be eaten raw when it is correctly identified and thoroughly washed. Rinse the leaves under running water to remove soil, and avoid eating wild-picked plants if their identity or growing conditions are uncertain.
Yozgat Cirtlak Herb has a fresh, green, vegetal character typical of leafy wild herbs, though its exact flavor can vary with freshness and growing conditions. Try a small amount first if you have not tasted it before.
Sort the leaves of Yozgat Cirtlak Herb, discard damaged parts, and rinse them thoroughly under running water. Let the leaves drain before serving; washing removes dirt but cannot make a misidentified or contaminated wild plant safe.
Yes, Yozgat Cirtlak Herb can be cooked as a leafy green. Add it to a dish and cook just until tender, adjusting the time to the leaves; there is not one preparation method that every household uses.
Keep Yozgat Cirtlak Herb refrigerated in a clean container with the leaves dry, and remove any leaves that begin to spoil. For best texture, wash it shortly before use rather than storing it wet.
Yes, you can freeze Yozgat Cirtlak Herb, but thawed leaves may lose their crisp texture. Wash and dry them well, freeze in portions, and use the thawed herb in cooked dishes rather than expecting it to work like fresh salad greens.
No, the name Yozgat Cirtlak Herb refers to a locally named wild herb, not a standard substitute for a familiar garden herb. Names for wild plants can vary, so check the plant’s identity rather than assuming it is interchangeable with another green.
Only forage Yozgat Cirtlak Herb if an experienced, reliable source can confirm the plant’s identity and the site is free from contamination. Avoid roadsides and treated land, and do not use a local name or photo alone to decide that a wild plant is edible.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
72µg · 60% DV
Vitamin A
168µg · 19% DV
Vitamin C
15.2mg · 17% DV
Folate
30µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Calcium
48mg · 5% DV
Iron
0.84mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
136mg · 4% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Yozgat cirtlak herb is a wild leafy green native to the Yozgat region of central Turkey, traditionally eaten fresh. It belongs to the local tradition of gathering seasonal greens, though its exact preparation can vary from household to household.
Its tender leaves and fresh, herbaceous flavour make it a natural addition to salads or a simple side alongside a meal. Rather than a substantial main dish, it is a light vegetable, with fibre as well as vitamins and minerals. Try it with lemon and a little olive oil to let its flavour come through, and use only plants you can identify with confidence when gathering wild 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.
High
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
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.