Poke Greens with Potatoes
Poke Greens with Potatoes is a simple, rustic dish primarily consisting of boiled or sautéed leafy greens (like kale, collards, or mustard greens) mixed with chunks of potato. It is a staple in many home-style cuisines, particularly in the Southern United States and parts of the Caribbean, often served as a hearty side or a light main course.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is moderately high in carbohydrates from the potatoes and provides a good source of dietary fiber and plant-based protein from the greens. A typical serving offers a solid amount of vitamins A, C, and K, along with minerals like iron and potassium, with a calorie range of approximately 150-200 kcal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 170 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
| Vitamin A | 250 µg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 35 mg |
| Vitamin K | 180 µg |
| Potassium | 550 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Folate | 60 µg |
| Calcium | 90 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a classic example of 'peasant food' or comfort cooking, transforming humble, affordable ingredients into a nourishing meal. Nutritionally, the combination is clever: the vitamin C in the greens can help enhance the absorption of the non-heme iron found within them.
