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Baked zucchini-based savory roll filled with ground meat
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Baked zucchini fritter roll with ground meat (140 g) has 199 calories. That works out to 142 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.1 g of carbs, 12.7 g of protein, 12.2 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 1.2 µg of B12 covers 50% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 140 g
199
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
8.1g
· 3% DV
Protein
12.7g
· 25% DV
Fat
12.2g
· 16% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 17% · Protein 26% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 199 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.2 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 3.78 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 329 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.1 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% |
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 slice (medium) | 140 g | 199 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 90 g | 128 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 190 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 220 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 260 g | 369 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 320 g | 454 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 360 g | 511 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 420 g | 596 kcal |
Calculated from 142 calories per 100 g.
Grate and squeeze the zucchini, then mix it with the recipe’s binding ingredients and spread it in a thin layer on a baking tray. Bake until set, add fully cooked ground-meat filling, roll it up, and return it to the oven until heated through.
A base that is too dry, thick, or overbaked is more likely to crack. Let it rest briefly after baking, then roll it while still warm and flexible, using the baking paper to guide it. Avoid spreading the mixture unevenly across the tray.
Yes, cook the ground meat fully before spreading it over the zucchini base. This helps prevent undercooked meat inside the roll and lets you drain off excess liquid, which could otherwise make the base soggy and difficult to roll.
Squeeze as much liquid as possible from the grated zucchini, and cook the filling until it is not watery. Excess moisture can keep the base from setting properly and make the finished roll soft or prone to tearing when sliced.
A garlicky yogurt sauce pairs especially well with the savory zucchini and meat filling. You can also serve it with a tomato-based sauce or a crisp salad; offer sauce on the side so it does not soften the roll before serving.
Yes, bake it ahead, let it cool, and refrigerate it covered; slice and reheat it when ready to serve. For neater slices, chill the whole roll before cutting. Keep it refrigerated rather than leaving the meat filling at room temperature.
Yes, freeze the cooled roll in individual portions in an airtight container. The zucchini layer may soften after thawing, so reheat portions in the oven to help the outside dry out instead of using a method that traps steam.
The zucchini base should be set rather than wet in the center, and the ground-meat filling should be fully cooked before it is rolled inside. If the roll needs more oven time after assembly, cover it loosely if the outside is browning too quickly.
Yes, ground turkey can replace ground beef in the filling. Cook it fully and watch the moisture: lean turkey can dry out, while a wet filling can soften the zucchini base. Season the meat well before spreading it over the base.
It can be a satisfying meal because it combines zucchini with a meat filling and is baked rather than deep-fried. Pair a slice with salad or another vegetable, and adjust added salt and oil to suit the rest of the meal.
Vitamins
B12
1.19µg · 50% DV
B3
4.06mg · 25% DV
Biotin
5.6µg · 19% DV
B6
0.27mg · 16% DV
Minerals
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
165mg · 24% DV
Zinc
2.38mg · 22% DV
Sodium
329mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
357mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Baked zucchini fritter roll with ground meat is a home-style take on Turkish mücver: grated zucchini is mixed into a savoury batter, baked as a thin layer, then wrapped around a seasoned ground-meat filling. Baking gives it a different feel from the small fritters often cooked in a pan.
The outside is lightly browned while the centre stays tender, and it can be served warm or at room temperature. In Turkey, slices make a practical main dish with yoghurt and salad, or a savoury option for a breakfast or tea table. The zucchini brings vegetables to the plate, while the meat makes the roll more filling and provides protein. Pair it with a crisp salad, or choose leaner meat for a lighter meal.
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
✓ 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
4.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.