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Oven-baked vegetable balls with moderate calories and fiber
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Baked vegetable balls (150 g) has 222 calories. That works out to 148 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.4 g of carbs, 7.2 g of protein, 9.1 g of fat and 6.3 g of fiber. Its 277.5 µg of Vitamin A covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
222
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
28.4g
· 10% DV
Protein
7.2g
· 14% DV
Fat
9.1g
· 12% DV
Fiber
6.3g
· 23% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 13% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 222 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.1 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.35 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 480 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.4 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 6.3 g | 23% |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% |
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) | 150 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 37 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 35 g | 52 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 50 g | 74 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 148 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 100 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 140 g | 207 kcal |
| 6 piece (extra large) | 150 g | 222 kcal |
Calculated from 148 calories per 100 g.
Baked vegetable balls are usually made from chopped, grated, or mashed vegetables mixed with a binder such as egg, breadcrumbs, or oats. Potato, carrot, zucchini, and broccoli are common choices; herbs and spices add flavor without changing the basic method.
To stop baked vegetable balls from falling apart, remove excess moisture from the vegetables and add enough binder to hold the mixture together. Chill the mixture briefly before shaping, and avoid making the balls so large that they break when turned.
For crisp baked vegetable balls, squeeze moisture from grated vegetables, leave space between the balls, and lightly coat their surfaces with oil. Turn them once during baking so more of the outside browns instead of steaming against the tray.
Baked vegetable balls pair well with a yogurt or tahini sauce, a green salad, or grains such as rice and couscous. For a fuller meal, serve them in a pita or grain bowl with fresh vegetables and a flavorful dressing.
Yes, baked vegetable balls freeze well once fully cooled. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container so they do not stick together; reheat from frozen in the oven for a firmer outside.
Yes, baked vegetable balls can be made without eggs. Mashed potato, breadcrumbs, or a flaxseed-and-water mixture can help bind the vegetables; add the binder gradually until the mixture holds its shape without becoming dense.
Baked vegetable balls often turn mushy when the vegetables release too much water or the mixture is packed too tightly. Drain cooked vegetables well, squeeze grated zucchini, and space the balls apart so moisture can escape as they bake.
Yes, you can shape baked vegetable balls ahead and refrigerate them covered until you are ready to bake. Keeping them chilled helps them hold their shape; if the mixture looks wet before baking, mix in a little more binder.
Yes, baked vegetable balls can be a convenient way to serve vegetables to children. Make them soft enough for the child’s age and chewing ability, cut them into safe pieces for younger children, and avoid hard browned edges for beginners.
Baked vegetable balls can be a main dish when served with a source of protein, such as beans, lentils, yogurt, or a suitable dip, alongside grains or salad. They also work well as a side dish or a filling for wraps.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
277.5µg · 31% DV
Vitamin K
36µg · 30% DV
Vitamin C
14.7mg · 16% DV
Folate
57µg · 14% DV
Minerals
Sodium
480mg · 21% DV
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Manganese
0.42mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
123mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
383mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 222 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 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 vegetable balls are a home-style dish made by shaping chopped or grated vegetables—often choices such as courgette, carrot or potato—with a binder, then cooking them in the oven. The ingredients vary with the recipe, so they are an adaptable way to use vegetables on hand rather than a dish tied to one fixed tradition.
They are usually served warm, with a lightly browned outside and a tender centre. Pair them with a salad, a dip or other dishes as part of a casual meal; they also work well in lunchboxes. They offer some fibre, with 4.2 g per 100 g, and can make a satisfying vegetarian option. For a lighter plate, serve them with fresh salad or plain yoghurt.
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
✓ 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
1.35g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.15g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.