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Balanced protein and carbs pasta dish with tomato-based sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Grilled meatballs with fusilli napolitan (300 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 72 calories per 100 g. It contains 25 g of carbs, 8.6 g of protein, 9.1 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 42 µg of Selenium covers 76% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 300 g
216
KCAL / 300G
Carbs
25g
· 9% DV
Protein
8.6g
· 17% DV
Fat
9.1g
· 12% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 16% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 216 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.1 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 6.3 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 930 mg | 40% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% |
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) | 300 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 25 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 72 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 105 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 220 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 350 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 420 g | 302 kcal |
Calculated from 72 calories per 100 g.
In grilled meatballs with fusilli napolitan, “Napolitan” refers to pasta served with a tomato-based sauce, often seasoned with garlic, onion, and herbs. Recipes vary, so the name does not guarantee one fixed ingredient list or a single traditional preparation.
Make grilled meatballs with fusilli napolitan by shaping seasoned ground meat into meatballs and grilling them, while boiling the fusilli separately. Toss the drained pasta with warm tomato sauce, then serve it alongside the meatballs.
Grilled meatballs with fusilli napolitan are commonly made with ground beef, though some recipes combine beef and lamb. Choose meat with enough fat to keep the meatballs moist on the grill, and season it before shaping.
The meatballs in grilled meatballs with fusilli napolitan can fall apart if the mixture is loosely packed, overworked, or placed on a grill that is not hot enough. Shape them firmly and let the first side brown before turning.
For juicy grilled meatballs with fusilli napolitan, avoid packing the meat mixture too tightly and do not cook the meatballs longer than needed. Turning them only after a browned crust forms also helps them hold together and retain moisture.
Yes, you can make the tomato sauce for grilled meatballs with fusilli napolitan ahead of time and refrigerate it in a sealed container. Reheat it gently before tossing it with freshly cooked fusilli, which keeps the pasta from becoming too soft.
Grilled meatballs with fusilli napolitan pair well with a green salad or roasted vegetables, which add freshness alongside the tomato sauce and grilled meat. Bread is optional; the pasta already makes the dish a complete, filling main course.
Yes, grilled meatballs with fusilli napolitan work with other short pasta shapes, such as penne or rotini. Their ridges and curves hold tomato sauce well, though changing the pasta shape means the dish is no longer made with fusilli.
Leftovers of grilled meatballs with fusilli napolitan keep for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them promptly after the meal, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, grilled meatballs with fusilli napolitan can be frozen, but the fusilli may turn softer after thawing and reheating. For a better texture, freeze the meatballs separately from the sauced pasta, then thaw them in the refrigerator.
Vitamins
B12
1.26µg · 53% DV
B3
7.2mg · 45% DV
Biotin
9.6µg · 32% DV
B6
0.54mg · 32% DV
Minerals
Selenium
42µg · 76% DV
Phosphorus
324mg · 46% DV
Zinc
4.8mg · 44% DV
Manganese
0.96mg · 42% DV
Sodium
930mg · 40% DV
Potassium ⭐
660mg · 19% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Grilled meatballs with fusilli napolitan brings seasoned minced-meat patties together with twisted fusilli and a tomato-based Napolitan sauce. It is a restaurant-style pairing of grilled meat and pasta rather than a single traditional dish, combining familiar Mediterranean flavours in one plate.
It makes a straightforward lunch or dinner, often served with a green salad or vegetables. The meatballs contribute protein, while the pasta supplies most of the carbohydrates; the tomato sauce adds flavour without needing a rich cream sauce. For a lighter meal, keep the sauce modest and add a generous side of salad.
Medium
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 3
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 19.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (19.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.