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High in protein and iron, lower fat due to grilling.
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
210
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
3.2g
· 6%
Protein
22.5g
· 42%
Fat
12.5g
· 52%
Fiber
0.5g
Vitamins
B12
2.1µg · 88% DV
B3
4.1mg · 26% DV
B6
0.32mg · 19% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Zinc
4mg · 36% DV
Phosphorus
210mg · 30% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Iron
3mg · 17% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Knead the mixture thoroughly and chill it for at least 20–30 minutes before shaping. Excess onion liquid or too much salt added early can make the mixture softer and harder to handle.
Preheat the grill well and avoid turning the meatballs repeatedly. Searing over medium-high heat and not pressing them with a spatula helps retain their juices.
Hamburger patties are often made with beef, salt, and pepper, while Turkish-style meatballs may include onion, spices, and sometimes breadcrumbs. This gives meatballs a more seasoned texture and flavor, and added ingredients can change the carbohydrate content.
They work well after training as part of a meal that provides protein. Pair them with a carbohydrate food such as potatoes, bulgur, or whole-grain bread plus vegetables to support recovery.
That depends on the portion size, fat content, and whether you are prone to reflux or indigestion. A smaller serving with salad or vegetables is usually more comfortable than a large, fatty meal close to bedtime.
Beef provides heme iron, a form of iron that the body generally absorbs more readily than iron from plant foods. Serving meatballs with vitamin C-rich foods, such as peppers or a lemony salad, can support iron absorption.
Calcium in dairy may slightly reduce iron absorption in some situations, but most people do not need to avoid yogurt with a meat meal. People taking iron supplements are usually advised to take them separately from dairy products.
When refrigerated within two hours of cooking, cooked meatballs generally keep for 3–4 days in a sealed container. Reheat them until hot throughout, and avoid repeatedly cooling and reheating the same portion.
Yes, both shaped raw meatballs and cooked meatballs can be frozen. Freeze them in portions in airtight packaging and thaw them in the refrigerator rather than on the counter.
Meatballs do not cause cancer on their own, but burning or charring meat at very high heat can increase compounds of concern. Prevent flare-ups, avoid blackened areas, and cook until done without scorching the surface.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.