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Good balance of protein and fiber, contains vitamin A and potassium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Dried zucchini with ground beef stew (220 g) has 260 calories. That works out to 118 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.9 g of carbs, 16.7 g of protein, 15.6 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 1.6 µg of B12 covers 66% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
260
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
11.9g
· 4% DV
Protein
16.7g
· 33% DV
Fat
15.6g
· 20% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 19% · Protein 26% · Fat 55%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 260 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.6 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 5.17 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.4 g | |
| Sodium | 546 mg | 24% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.9 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33% |
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) | 220 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 18 g | 21 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 140 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 160 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 283 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 280 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 320 g | 378 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 360 g | 425 kcal |
Calculated from 118 calories per 100 g.
Dried zucchini with ground beef stew is a home-style dish made with rehydrated dried zucchini and minced beef, often cooked with onion. Recipes may also include tomato or tomato paste, water, and seasonings, so the exact ingredients vary between households.
To make dried zucchini with ground beef stew, soften the dried zucchini, then cook it with browned ground beef and onion. Tomato or tomato paste is a common addition; simmer gently with enough water for the zucchini to become tender without falling apart.
Rinse the dried zucchini for dried zucchini with ground beef stew, then soak it in water until it softens. Very firm pieces can be briefly boiled instead; avoid soaking them for too long, since they may become fragile and break up during cooking.
Yes, dried zucchini with ground beef stew has a more concentrated, slightly sweeter flavor than a stew made with fresh zucchini. Dried zucchini also absorbs cooking liquid, while fresh zucchini releases more water and softens faster, so adjust the liquid and cooking time.
No, dried zucchini with ground beef stew is cooked as a stew, while stuffed dried zucchini is filled with a rice or meat mixture and cooked as individual pieces. Both use dried zucchini, but their preparation and texture are different.
Serve dried zucchini with ground beef stew with rice, bulgur, or bread to make a filling meal. Plain yogurt or a crisp salad also pairs well and balances the savory, soft texture of the stew.
Yes, you can make dried zucchini with ground beef stew without tomato or tomato paste. Cook the onion and beef, add the softened zucchini and water, then season to taste; the result will have a milder, less tangy flavor.
Dried zucchini with ground beef stew can turn watery if too much liquid is added or the pot is covered throughout cooking. Start with a modest amount of water, since the zucchini releases moisture as it cooks, and simmer uncovered briefly if the sauce needs reducing.
Yes, dried zucchini with ground beef stew can be frozen once it has cooled. Divide it into airtight portions; after thawing and reheating, the zucchini may be softer than it was when freshly cooked.
Yes, you can leave the beef out of dried zucchini with ground beef stew and use chickpeas or lentils for a heartier meat-free version. Add cooked legumes near the end so they warm through without breaking apart.
Vitamins
B12
1.58µg · 66% DV
B3
5.28mg · 33% DV
B6
0.35mg · 21% DV
Vitamin A
149.6µg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
19µg · 35% DV
Zinc
3.56mg · 32% DV
Phosphorus
211mg · 30% DV
Sodium
546mg · 24% DV
Potassium ⭐
629mg · 19% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Dried zucchini with ground beef stew is a home-style dish made by simmering dried zucchini with minced beef, often alongside onion and tomato. Drying summer zucchini for use later is a familiar way to preserve the harvest in parts of Turkey, and recipes vary from household to household.
The zucchini softens as it cooks but keeps a pleasant, slightly chewy texture, soaking up the savoury juices. In Turkey, it is typically served hot as a main dish, often with rice, bread or plain yoghurt; elsewhere, it also fits easily into a simple weeknight meal. It offers protein along with some fibre, with 7.6 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter serving, use leaner beef and less added oil, and pair it with a fresh salad.
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
5.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.51g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.