Early version. Nutrient values from USDA FoodData Central; dietitian review in progress. Not medical advice.

Menemen vs stuffed grape leaves: which is healthier?

Menemen is more nutrient-dense, scoring 65/100 against 40/100 for stuffed grape leaves. Both can be part of a healthy diet; the table below shows where each one is stronger. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Menemen

65/100High nutrient density

94 kcal per 100 g. 1 serving (half a pan): 280 g

Higher score

Stuffed grape leaves

40/100Moderate nutrient density

184 kcal per 100 g. 6 pieces: 150 g

Which to pick for your goal

  • Fewer caloriesMenemen94 vs 184 kcal per 100 g
  • More proteinMenemen5.3 vs 2.9 g per 100 g
  • More fiberStuffed grape leaves1.2 vs 2.5 g per 100 g
  • Less sugarMenemen2.5 vs 3.5 g per 100 g
  • More potassiumMenemen233 vs 137 mg per 100 g
  • Less saturated fatAbout even1.5 vs 1.3 g per 100 g

Nutrition side by side

Per 100 g and per typical portion. Bold marks the better value for each row.
NutrientMenemen, 100 gStuffed grape leaves, 100 gMenemen, 280 gStuffed grape leaves, 150 g
Calories94 kcal184 kcal263 kcal276 kcal
Protein5.3 g2.9 g15 g4.3 g
Carbohydrates4.4 g23 g12 g34 g
Sugars2.5 g3.5 g7.1 g5.3 g
Fiber1.2 g2.5 g3.5 g3.7 g
Fat6.3 g9.5 g18 g14 g
Saturated fat1.5 g1.3 g4.3 g1.9 g
Vitamin C26 mg5.5 mg71 mg8.3 mg
Vitamin A87 µg212 µg244 µg318 µg
Potassium233 mg137 mg653 mg205 mg
Iron0.9 mg1.6 mg2.5 mg2.4 mg
Calcium30 mg71 mg85 mg107 mg
Magnesium14 mg27 mg38 mg41 mg
Sodium193 mg240 mg540 mg359 mg

Last updated . Scores use the HowHealthyIs Score method.

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