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Plant-based IKEA ball product with moderate protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of IKEA Yukaf ball has 210 calories. It contains 16 g of carbs, 8.5 g of protein, 12 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
210
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
16g
· 6% DV
Protein
8.5g
· 17% DV
Fat
12g
· 15% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 31% · Protein 17% · Fat 52%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 210 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 420 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Protein | 8.5 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) | 150 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 53 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 75 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 189 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 4 piece (medium) | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 6 piece (large) | 150 g | 315 kcal |
| 8 piece (extra large) | 200 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 462 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
An IKEA Yukaf ball is a plant-based, ball-shaped IKEA product. It can stand in for a meatball in a meal or be served alongside vegetables, grains, and a sauce.
IKEA Yukaf balls are described as plant-based, but the full recipe is not specified here. For the exact ingredients in your pack, use its ingredient list, since that is the reliable source for the particular product you have.
No. IKEA Yukaf balls are plant-based, so they are made as an alternative to meatballs rather than from meat.
The key difference is that IKEA Yukaf balls are plant-based, while IKEA meatballs are made with meat. They can be served in similar ways, but sauces and sides may differ depending on the meal you want.
Cook IKEA Yukaf balls according to the instructions on the package, as the recommended method can vary with the product format. If you no longer have the instructions, ask IKEA how to prepare that specific product.
IKEA Yukaf balls work with mashed potatoes, vegetables, or a salad. For an IKEA-style plate, add a sauce; if you want the whole meal to be plant-based, make sure the sauce is plant-based too.
Yes. Once cooked as directed, IKEA Yukaf balls can be added to a wrap or sandwich with vegetables and a sauce. They also work in a grain bowl, where the vegetables and grains make a more complete meal.
Whether IKEA Yukaf balls can be frozen depends on the package instructions and how they have been stored. Do not refreeze them after thawing unless the packaging specifically says this is safe.
Refrigerate cooked IKEA Yukaf balls in a covered container rather than leaving them at room temperature. Follow the package guidance for storage and reheating, and discard leftovers if their smell or appearance has changed.
IKEA Yukaf balls provide some plant-based protein, but they may not be enough as the main protein source in every meal. Pair them with beans, lentils, or another protein-rich food if you want a more substantial serving.
Vitamins
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
B3
1.4mg · 9% DV
B6
0.14mg · 8% DV
Vitamin E
1.1mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Sodium
420mg · 18% DV
Manganese
0.42mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
120mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
260mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 210 calories in 100 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.
IKEA Yukaf ball is a plant-based, meatball-shaped product from IKEA’s range of meat-free alternatives. IKEA’s Swedish roots have helped make this style of ball familiar well beyond Scandinavia, though the product is designed for convenient, everyday meals rather than a traditional regional recipe.
It is typically served hot, with a browned outside and a tender centre. At an IKEA restaurant or at home, pair it with mashed potatoes, vegetables or salad; a savoury sauce makes it a more substantial plate. It provides a moderate amount of protein and some fibre. For a lighter meal, choose vegetables or salad and go easy on rich sauces.
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
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 30:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (30:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.