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Protein-rich vegetable stew
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Beef, Vegetable and Eggplant Stew (250 g) has 263 calories. That works out to 105 calories per 100 g. It contains 16 g of carbs, 20.5 g of protein, 13.5 g of fat and 5.3 g of fiber. Its 2 µg of B12 covers 81% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
263
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
16g
· 6% DV
Protein
20.5g
· 41% DV
Fat
13.5g
· 17% DV
Fiber
5.3g
· 19% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 24% · Protein 31% · Fat 45%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 263 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.5 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 3.88 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 638 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% |
| Protein | 20.5 g | 41% |
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) | 250 g | 263 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 95 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 189 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 263 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 368 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 450 g | 473 kcal |
Calculated from 105 calories per 100 g.
Beef, vegetable and eggplant stew is made by browning beef with onion, then simmering it with eggplant, tomatoes, peppers and seasoning until tender. Add the eggplant after the beef has started softening so it cooks through without turning to mush.
Add eggplant later in the cooking process and cut it into larger chunks for beef, vegetable and eggplant stew. Stir gently, and avoid cooking it much longer than needed; small pieces break down faster while the beef finishes becoming tender.
Chuck or another well-marbled stewing cut works well in beef, vegetable and eggplant stew because slow cooking makes its connective tissue tender. Cut the beef into evenly sized pieces, and give it a head start before adding the quicker-cooking vegetables.
No, salting eggplant is optional for beef, vegetable and eggplant stew. Modern eggplant is not usually very bitter, but salting and rinsing can help if yours tastes bitter; pat it dry before adding it so it does not bring extra water into the pot.
Yes, beef, vegetable and eggplant stew can be made in a slow cooker. Brown the beef first for deeper flavor, then add the eggplant later if possible; adding it at the beginning can leave it very soft by the time the beef is tender.
Yes, zucchini or potatoes can be added to beef, vegetable and eggplant stew. Zucchini cooks quickly, so add it toward the end; potatoes take longer and should be cut small or added earlier with the beef.
Beef, vegetable and eggplant stew pairs well with crusty bread, rice, couscous or a simple green salad. Choose bread or a grain to soak up the tomato-rich juices, or serve it with salad when you want a lighter meal.
Yes, beef, vegetable and eggplant stew can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized containers once cooled. The eggplant may become softer after thawing, but the flavor holds up well; thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat until steaming hot.
Beef, vegetable and eggplant stew keeps for about 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator when stored promptly in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and do not leave the cooked stew at room temperature for an extended period.
Yes, beef, vegetable and eggplant stew is a good make-ahead dish because the flavors meld as it rests. Refrigerate it after cooking, then reheat gently on the stove; add a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened.
Vitamins
B12
1.95µg · 81% DV
B3
6.25mg · 39% DV
B6
0.48mg · 28% DV
Vitamin C
23mg · 26% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.35mg · 39% DV
Selenium
21µg · 38% DV
Phosphorus
263mg · 38% DV
Zinc
3.55mg · 32% DV
Sodium
638mg · 28% DV
Potassium ⭐
730mg · 21% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Beef, Vegetable and Eggplant Stew is a Turkish-style güveç: eggplant and meat cooked slowly with vegetables such as tomatoes, peppers and onions. It is often made in a lidded casserole, traditionally an earthenware pot, which lets the ingredients soften and mingle as they cook. Recipes vary, but the meat is commonly beef.
The eggplant turns tender and absorbs the savoury juices, making this a hearty one-pot main. In Turkey it is often served with rice or bread, sometimes alongside yoghurt; it also works well as a make-ahead meal. It provides protein along with vegetables, rather than being a meat-only dish. For a lighter version, use lean meat and a modest amount of oil, and serve it with just one starchy side.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.13g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.