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Oven-baked meatballs and potatoes, balanced protein and carbs
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Baked Potato Meatballs (180 g) has 261 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.6 g of carbs, 15.7 g of protein, 11 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 0.7 µg of B12 covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
261
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
25.6g
· 9% DV
Protein
15.7g
· 31% DV
Fat
11g
· 14% DV
Fiber
3.8g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 39% · Protein 24% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 261 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 3.78 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 576 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.6 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 15.7 g | 31% |
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) | 180 g | 261 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 45 g | 65 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 90 g | 131 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 174 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 135 g | 196 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 160 g | 232 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 225 g | 326 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 363 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Baked Potato Meatballs are made by arranging seasoned meatballs and cut potatoes in a baking dish, then baking them together until the potatoes are tender and the meat is cooked through. A little oil and optional tomato sauce help keep the dish flavorful.
Baked Potato Meatballs usually fall apart when the meat mixture is too wet, under-mixed, or handled before it has firmed up. Knead the mixture until cohesive, add a little breadcrumb if needed, and shape the meatballs firmly before placing them in the dish.
No, you generally do not need to cook the potatoes first for Baked Potato Meatballs. Cut them into evenly sized pieces so they finish alongside the meatballs; very large potato chunks can remain firm after the meat is already cooked.
Ground beef is a reliable choice for Baked Potato Meatballs, while a beef-and-lamb blend gives them a richer flavor. Meat that is too lean can make the meatballs dry, so avoid overbaking and make sure the mixture is seasoned well.
Baked Potato Meatballs are done when the potatoes are tender all the way through and the centers of the meatballs are fully cooked, not pink or raw. Check a larger meatball and a potato piece from the middle of the dish, where cooking is often slower.
A simple tomato sauce works well with Baked Potato Meatballs: combine tomato paste or crushed tomatoes with water, oil, and seasoning. Add enough to flavor the potatoes without submerging the meatballs, so their tops can brown as they bake.
Yes, you can shape the meatballs and cut the potatoes ahead, then keep them covered and refrigerated until you are ready to bake. For the best texture, add any sauce shortly before baking so the potatoes do not sit in liquid.
Yes, cooked Baked Potato Meatballs can be frozen in an airtight container, although the potatoes may become softer after thawing. Freeze them once cooled, thaw safely, and reheat until hot throughout; the dish is usually at its best freshly baked.
Serve Baked Potato Meatballs with a crisp green salad, plain yogurt, or a tangy cucumber salad to balance the rich, baked flavors. Since potatoes are already part of the dish, an extra starchy side is optional rather than necessary.
Yes, you can make Baked Potato Meatballs without eggs. Replace the egg in the meat mixture with a small amount of soaked breadcrumbs or another binder, then check that the mixture holds its shape before arranging the meatballs with the potatoes.
Vitamins
B12
0.68µg · 28% DV
B3
3.78mg · 24% DV
B6
0.4mg · 24% DV
B5
0.99mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
176mg · 25% DV
Sodium
576mg · 25% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
612mg · 18% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 261 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Baked Potato Meatballs is a Turkish home-style tray bake: seasoned ground-meat meatballs cook in the oven alongside potato pieces, often with onion and a simple tomato-based sauce. The potatoes take on the savoury juices while the meatballs brown at the edges, making it a hearty one-dish meal rather than a separate side and main.
In Turkey it is commonly served for a family lunch or dinner with rice or bulgur and a fresh salad; it also pairs well with yoghurt. For English-speaking cooks elsewhere, it’s an easy oven meal to serve straight from the tray. It provides both protein and carbohydrate; use oil sparingly and add extra salad for a lighter plate.
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 3
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
3.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.9:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.