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Baked casserole with eggplant, potato, and ground beef
In season: Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Baked eggplant potato ground beef casserole (250 g) has 320 calories. That works out to 128 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.5 g of carbs, 18.5 g of protein, 17.8 g of fat and 5.3 g of fiber. Its 1.8 µg of B12 covers 75% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
320
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
21.5g
· 8% DV
Protein
18.5g
· 37% DV
Fat
17.8g
· 23% 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 27% · Protein 23% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 320 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.8 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 5.75 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.45 g | |
| Sodium | 525 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21.5 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% |
| Protein | 18.5 g | 37% |
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 | 320 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (diced) | 60 g | 77 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 260 g | 333 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 448 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 400 g | 512 kcal |
Calculated from 128 calories per 100 g.
Layer sliced eggplant and potatoes with ground beef cooked with onion and seasonings, then bake until the vegetables are tender and the beef is fully cooked. Cut the vegetables evenly so they finish at about the same time.
No, peeling is optional. Eggplant skin softens during baking and helps the slices hold their shape; peel it if you prefer a softer, more uniform texture, or leave it on for easier preparation.
Not if you slice them thinly and evenly; they can cook in the casserole. If your slices are thick, partially cook them first or check that they are tender before serving, since potatoes may take longer than eggplant.
Yes, frying is not necessary. You can bake the eggplant slices briefly or add them directly to the dish; pre-baking helps them soften and can keep the finished casserole from becoming watery.
Bake it at about 375–400°F (190–200°C) until the potatoes are tender and the ground beef is fully cooked. The exact time depends on how thickly you slice the vegetables, so test the potatoes with a fork.
Black pepper, paprika, and oregano work well, while cumin adds warmth to the ground beef. Season the meat as it cooks with onion, and adjust the salt to taste before layering everything in the baking dish.
Yes, you can assemble it ahead and refrigerate it until you are ready to bake. Keep it covered, and allow for extra oven time if it goes into the oven cold; make sure the center is hot and the beef is cooked through.
Baked eggplant potato ground beef casserole includes potatoes as well as eggplant and beef. Turkish moussaka is commonly centered on eggplant and ground meat, and recipes vary; potato is not a defining ingredient in every version.
Serve baked eggplant potato ground beef casserole with a crisp salad or plain yogurt to balance its rich, savory layers. Since the dish already contains potatoes, an additional starch is optional rather than essential.
Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container and reheat portions until hot throughout. A microwave is convenient for single servings; for a larger portion, use the oven and cover the dish so the top does not dry out.
Vitamins
B12
1.8µg · 75% DV
B3
6mg · 38% DV
B6
0.45mg · 26% DV
Biotin
6.5µg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Zinc
3.63mg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
220mg · 31% DV
Copper
0.28mg · 31% DV
Sodium
525mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
715mg · 21% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 320 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Baked eggplant potato ground beef casserole brings together slices or chunks of eggplant and potato with minced beef, baked in one dish. It is a familiar style of Turkish home cooking, with recipes often adding onion, tomato and seasonings; the exact layering and sauce vary from kitchen to kitchen.
The vegetables turn tender as they cook with the savoury meat, and the top may brown slightly. Serve it hot as a substantial main course, perhaps with a crisp salad or plain yoghurt; leftovers reheat well for another meal. It provides protein alongside vegetables and starchy potato, with 7.4 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter version, use a modest amount of oil and replace some of the potato with extra eggplant.
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
5.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.