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Traditional meat-filled beet leaf rolls with protein, iron and folate
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Beet leaf rolls with meat (180 g) has 261 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.5 g of carbs, 14.8 g of protein, 14.6 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 297 µg of Vitamin K covers 248% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
261
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
15.5g
· 6% DV
Protein
14.8g
· 30% DV
Fat
14.6g
· 19% 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 25% · Protein 23% · Fat 52%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 261 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.6 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 4.32 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 522 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 14.8 g | 30% |
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 (small) | 35 g | 51 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 102 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 105 g | 152 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 160 g | 232 kcal |
| 4 piece (medium) | 180 g | 261 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 319 kcal |
| 6 piece (large) | 300 g | 435 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Beet leaf rolls with meat are tender beet leaves wrapped around a savoury meat filling. The filling commonly includes minced meat, rice, onion and seasonings, though family recipes vary; the rolls are usually simmered until the leaves and filling are cooked through.
Briefly blanch the beet leaves until pliable, but remove them before they become too soft. Trim or flatten thick central ribs, use a modest amount of filling, and roll gently; this makes the leaves easier to fold and less likely to split during cooking.
Yes, beet leaves are edible and are the wrapper in beet leaf rolls with meat. Choose fresh, intact leaves, wash them carefully to remove grit, and briefly soften them before filling; their flavour is earthy and somewhat similar to chard.
Beet leaf rolls with meat use beet greens as the wrapper, while stuffed grape leaves use vine leaves. Beet leaves are generally softer and more earthy in flavour; grape leaves tend to be tangier and firmer, so the rolling and cooking can differ.
Yes, beet leaf rolls with meat can be baked in a covered oven-safe dish with a little cooking liquid. Keep them snug in the dish so they hold their shape, and uncover near the end if you want some liquid to evaporate.
Beet leaf rolls with meat pair well with plain or garlic yogurt and a crisp salad. The yogurt complements the earthy leaves, while salad adds freshness; bread or rice can be served alongside if you want a more substantial meal.
Yes, you can roll beet leaf rolls with meat ahead and refrigerate them before cooking. Cover the dish, keep it chilled, and cook them within a day; add the cooking liquid shortly before they go on the stove so the leaves do not sit soggy.
Yes, cooked beet leaf rolls with meat freeze well. Cool them, pack them in meal-sized portions in an airtight container, and thaw in the refrigerator before reheating gently with a little water or broth to keep the leaves moist.
Beet leaf rolls with meat keep for a few days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and avoid leaving the cooked rolls at room temperature for an extended period.
Beef mince is a common choice for beet leaf rolls with meat, while lamb gives the filling a richer flavour. A little fat helps keep the filling moist; season it well, but avoid packing the leaves so tightly that the rice cannot cook.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
297µg · 248% DV
B12
1.35µg · 56% DV
Vitamin A
333µg · 37% DV
B3
4.32mg · 27% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
212mg · 30% DV
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Manganese
0.58mg · 25% DV
Zinc
2.7mg · 25% DV
Sodium
522mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
549mg · 16% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Beet leaf rolls with meat are made by wrapping tender beet leaves around a savoury filling, commonly minced meat with rice and onion, then cooking the rolls gently in a pot. They are a home-style dish found in Turkish cooking, where seasonal leaves often become part of a stuffed-vegetable meal.
The leaves turn soft and slightly earthy, balancing the rich, savoury filling. Serve the rolls warm, often with yogurt or a squeeze of lemon; a fresh salad makes a simple accompaniment. They provide protein, while the leaves contribute fibre and folate. At 8.2 g of protein per 100 g, they can make a satisfying main dish; using less oil or rice is an easy way to keep the meal lighter.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.