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High-protein, oven-baked
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Baked diet schnitzel (140 g) has 231 calories. That works out to 165 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.5 g of carbs, 34.7 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 15.7 mg of B3 covers 98% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
231
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
11.5g
· 4% DV
Protein
34.7g
· 69% DV
Fat
5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 60% · Fat 20%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 231 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.22 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 448 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.5 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 34.7 g | 69% |
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 piece (medium) | 140 g | 231 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 132 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 110 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 231 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 180 g | 297 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 297 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 280 g | 462 kcal |
Calculated from 165 calories per 100 g.
Baked diet schnitzel is usually made by coating thin chicken cutlets in flour, beaten egg and breadcrumbs, then baking them until cooked through. A light brush of oil helps the crumbs brown without shallow-frying the meat.
Baked diet schnitzel is commonly made with chicken breast, though turkey works too. Traditional schnitzel can also use veal or pork, but those versions have a different flavour and may need a different cooking time.
To keep baked diet schnitzel crisp, leave space between the pieces and bake them on a wire rack if available. This lets hot air circulate around the coating instead of trapping steam underneath it.
Baked diet schnitzel becomes dry when the meat is very thin or stays in the oven after it is cooked through. Pound pieces to an even thickness, check them promptly, and let them rest briefly before serving.
Yes, baked diet schnitzel can be cooked in an air fryer. Arrange the coated pieces in a single layer with space around them, use a light oil spray for browning, and check that the centre is fully cooked.
For baked diet schnitzel, crushed cornflakes, panko or finely ground oats can replace regular breadcrumbs, though each gives a different crunch. The coating still needs egg or another binder to adhere to the meat.
Baked diet schnitzel pairs well with a crisp salad, roasted vegetables or a potato side. A squeeze of lemon cuts through the savoury coating, while a simple yoghurt-based sauce adds moisture without making the schnitzel itself soggy.
Yes, you can bread baked diet schnitzel ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until cooking. For the crispiest coating, bake it soon after breading and avoid stacking the uncooked pieces, which can rub off the crumbs.
Reheat baked diet schnitzel in an oven or air fryer rather than a microwave. Spread the pieces out so hot air reaches the coating; microwaving heats quickly but tends to soften the breadcrumbs.
Yes, baked diet schnitzel can be frozen after cooking. Cool the pieces, separate them with parchment so they do not stick together, and seal them well; thaw in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven for a firmer coating.
Vitamins
B3
15.68mg · 98% DV
B6
0.74mg · 44% DV
Biotin
7.14µg · 24% DV
B5
1.15mg · 23% DV
Minerals
Selenium
36µg · 65% DV
Phosphorus
311mg · 44% DV
Sodium
448mg · 19% DV
Zinc
1.46mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
427mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 231 calories in 1 piece (medium) (140 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Baked diet schnitzel is a lighter take on schnitzel: a thin piece of meat is coated in a crisping crumb layer and baked instead of fried. The name does not specify the meat, so recipes may use different cuts; schnitzel is associated especially with Central European cooking, including Austria and Germany.
Expect a browned outside and tender centre. It can be served with potato salad, boiled or roasted potatoes, and greens, or paired with a fresh salad for a lighter meal. It is a protein-rich main, with 24.8 g of protein per 100 g. For a less filling plate, keep the sides vegetable-based and use a modest amount of sauce.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.74g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.13g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.