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A meat dish cooked with vegetables and olive oil; nutrition values are estimates for a general recipe.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Aegean-Style Meat Dish (250 g) has 388 calories. That works out to 155 calories per 100 g. It contains 12 g of carbs, 38.8 g of protein, 21.3 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 3 µg of B12 covers 125% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
388
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
12g
· 4% DV
Protein
38.8g
· 78% DV
Fat
21.3g
· 27% DV
Fiber
3g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 12% · Protein 39% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 388 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.3 g | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 7 g | 35% |
| Trans fat | 0.5 g | |
| Sodium | 725 mg | 32% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Protein | 38.8 g | 78% |
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) | 250 g | 388 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 93 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 155 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 279 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 341 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 465 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 330 g | 512 kcal |
Calculated from 155 calories per 100 g.
An Aegean-Style Meat Dish is distinguished by meat cooked with vegetables and olive oil rather than a heavy, flour-thickened sauce. Recipes vary by household and season, so the choice of vegetables and herbs can change; there is no single fixed ingredient list.
You make an Aegean-Style Meat Dish by browning the meat, then gently cooking it with olive oil, vegetables and a little liquid until tender. Add quick-cooking vegetables later so they keep their shape, and simmer covered over low heat rather than boiling rapidly.
Beef chuck or another slow-cooking cut works well in an Aegean-Style Meat Dish because its connective tissue softens during a long simmer. Lamb is also a good option and has a stronger flavor; lean, quick-cooking cuts can become dry if simmered too long.
Yes, lamb can replace beef in an Aegean-Style Meat Dish. Shoulder or another stew-friendly cut stays succulent during cooking, while lean pieces need less time. Start checking tenderness earlier than you would with a tough beef cut to avoid overcooking the meat.
Tomatoes, onions and peppers pair naturally with an Aegean-Style Meat Dish; zucchini, eggplant, potatoes or green beans can also suit the recipe. Choose a few rather than adding everything, and put delicate vegetables in later so they do not collapse.
Meat in an Aegean-Style Meat Dish is often tough because it has not simmered long enough to soften, especially when using a stew cut. Keep the pot covered at a gentle simmer and add a little hot liquid if it starts to dry out.
Serve an Aegean-Style Meat Dish with crusty bread, rice or bulgur to soak up its cooking juices. A simple green salad or plain yogurt makes a fresh accompaniment, especially when the dish already contains several vegetables.
Yes, an Aegean-Style Meat Dish can be cooked in a slow cooker. Brown the meat first for a deeper flavor, then add the vegetables and only a modest amount of liquid. Add quick-cooking vegetables near the end to prevent them becoming mushy.
No, tomatoes are not essential to an Aegean-Style Meat Dish. They are common in versions that use them for moisture and a light sauce, but a recipe can rely on other vegetables and a little cooking liquid instead.
Store leftover Aegean-Style Meat Dish in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within about three days. Refrigerate it promptly after the meal, then reheat only the portion you need until it is steaming hot throughout.
Vitamins
B12
3µg · 125% DV
B3
10.5mg · 66% DV
B6
0.7mg · 41% DV
B2
0.38mg · 29% DV
Minerals
Zinc
7.75mg · 70% DV
Selenium
35µg · 64% DV
Phosphorus
438mg · 63% DV
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Sodium
725mg · 32% DV
Potassium ⭐
825mg · 24% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Aegean-Style Meat Dish is a home-style preparation inspired by the food of Turkey’s Aegean region, where meat is cooked with seasonal vegetables and olive oil. There is no single fixed recipe: the vegetables can vary with the season and the cook, while the combination makes a saucy main dish rather than a plain cut of meat.
The meat turns tender as the vegetables soften, and it is usually served hot with bread, rice or bulgur. Its protein content makes it satisfying, while the vegetables add some fibre. For a lighter meal, use plenty of vegetables and a measured amount of oil, then serve it with a crisp salad.
Medium
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.