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Rich in protein and iron, enhanced with tomato paste
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Ground beef sautéed with tomato paste (120 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 5 g of carbs, 19.8 g of protein, 13.8 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 2.2 µg of B12 covers 90% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
216
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
5g
· 2% DV
Protein
19.8g
· 40% DV
Fat
13.8g
· 18% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 35% · Fat 56%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 216 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.8 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 5.52 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% |
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) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 60 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 144 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 serving (jumbo) | 250 g | 450 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Brown the ground beef in a hot pan, breaking it into small pieces, and let its released liquid evaporate. Stir in tomato paste and cook briefly until fragrant. Add a splash of water only if you want a looser, saucier mixture.
Ground beef sautéed with tomato paste turns watery when the pan is crowded, the heat is too low, or liquid is added before the beef browns. Cook in batches if needed, and wait for the beef’s own juices to evaporate before adding the paste.
Ground beef sautéed with tomato paste works as a filling for stuffed vegetables, savory pastries, and wraps, or as a topping for pasta, rice, and baked potatoes. Add it near the end of cooking when using it in a dish that already has sauce.
Yes, ground beef sautéed with tomato paste can fill tacos, though it has a more tomato-forward flavor than a typical taco-seasoned mixture. Add cumin, chili, and a little lime, and keep the mixture fairly dry so the tortillas do not become soggy.
Ground beef with some fat makes ground beef sautéed with tomato paste more tender and flavorful, while very lean mince can dry out quickly. If the pan releases a lot of grease, spoon off the excess before stirring in the tomato paste.
Cook the tomato paste in the pan with the browned beef for a few minutes, stirring so it is coated in the meat’s fat. This mellows the sharp, raw taste; avoid scorching it, which can make the mixture bitter.
Ground beef sautéed with tomato paste pairs well with black pepper, paprika, garlic, and cumin. Season it to match its final use: herbs suit pasta or vegetables, while cumin and chili work well for wraps and tacos.
Keep ground beef sautéed with tomato paste in a covered container in the refrigerator and use it within a few days. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking; discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended time.
Yes, ground beef sautéed with tomato paste freezes well. Cool it, divide it into meal-sized portions, and seal them in freezer-safe containers. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat until steaming hot before serving.
No, ground beef sautéed with tomato paste is usually a simpler, drier cooked mince, while bolognese is a slowly simmered meat sauce with more liquid and additional ingredients. You can turn the sautéed beef into a pasta sauce by adding liquid and simmering it longer.
Vitamins
B12
2.16µg · 90% DV
B3
4.56mg · 28% DV
B6
0.3mg · 18% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Zinc
4.44mg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
186mg · 27% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Iron
2.64mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
342mg · 10% DV
Sodium
74mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 216 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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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.
Ground beef sautéed with tomato paste is a straightforward home-style preparation: minced beef is cooked in a pan, then seasoned with tomato paste. It is familiar in Turkish cooking, where it may be made with onion or kept simple, and the amount of paste gives it a deeper or milder tomato flavour.
Serve it hot with rice, pasta or flatbread, or spoon it over toast; eggs are another common pairing in a Turkish-style breakfast. The meat stays savoury and tender, while the paste adds a concentrated tang. It provides protein and iron, along with fat, so it can make a satisfying main component. For a lighter plate, choose leaner beef and pair it with vegetables or 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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.