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A protein-rich fish dish with fiber and vitamins from vegetables.
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Bonito with vegetables (250 g) has 325 calories. That works out to 130 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.5 g of carbs, 43 g of protein, 11.3 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 15.5 µg of B12 covers 646% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Bonito with vegetables is a Turkish-style home-cooked fish dish, made by cooking bonito with vegetables such as onion, tomato and pepper. It is often prepared in the oven or gently simmered so the vegetables soften and their juices mingle with the fish.
Bonito has a firm texture and a pronounced, savoury flavour, balanced here by the vegetables’ sweetness. In Turkey it is generally served as a main course, with salad, bread and often lemon; elsewhere, it fits easily into a Mediterranean-style meal. It is protein-rich, while the vegetables add fibre and vitamins. For a lighter plate, serve it with extra salad rather than a heavy side.
Selected: 100 g
130
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
5.4g
· 2% DV
Protein
17.2g
· 34% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% 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 53% · Fat 30%
Vitamins
B12
6.2µg · 258% DV
B3
6.2mg · 39% DV
B6
0.42mg · 25% DV
Vitamin D
4.8µg · 24% DV
Minerals
Selenium
38µg · 69% DV
Phosphorus
205mg · 29% DV
Iodine
35µg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
360mg · 11% DV
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.
High
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 130 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
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
1.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.35g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.45g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.9:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Bonito with vegetables is made by baking bonito portions with sliced vegetables and seasoning in one dish. Arrange the vegetables in the pan, place the fish on top, add olive oil and herbs, and cook until the fish flakes easily.
Onion, tomato, and bell pepper are classic choices for bonito with vegetables. Zucchini, potato, or carrot also work; cut firmer vegetables smaller or give them a head start so they soften before the fish is done.
To keep bonito with vegetables moist, avoid overcooking the fish and include juicy vegetables such as tomatoes. Check the thickest piece for doneness and take the dish out as soon as the flesh flakes easily.
Yes, canned bonito can be used, but it is already cooked and has a softer, saltier texture than fresh fish. Roast the vegetables first, then gently fold in drained bonito near the end so it warms without breaking apart.
Bonito with vegetables is commonly baked, which lets the fish and vegetables cook together with little attention. You can also cook it covered on the stovetop; soften the vegetables first and add the fish afterward to prevent it from falling apart.
Yes, thawed frozen bonito works for bonito with vegetables. Thaw it in the refrigerator, then pat it dry before cooking; excess water can make the vegetables watery and keep them from browning.
Bonito with vegetables pairs well with rice, potatoes, or crusty bread to make the meal more filling. A simple green salad is another good side, especially when the fish is cooked with plenty of vegetables.
You can chop the vegetables and season the bonito ahead, then keep them covered separately in the refrigerator until cooking. Assemble the dish shortly before baking so the vegetables do not release liquid around the raw fish.
Leftover bonito with vegetables keeps for up to two days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after the meal and reheat only the portion you plan to eat, since repeated heating can dry out the fish.
Bonito with vegetables is often baked with the fish arranged over the vegetables, while a bonito stew is cooked in more liquid on the stovetop. The ingredients can overlap, but the stew has a saucier texture.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.