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Turkish baked meatballs and potatoes in tomato sauce
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
140
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
13g
· 38%
Protein
7.5g
· 22%
Fat
6g
· 40%
Fiber
2g
Vitamins
B12
0.5µg · 21% DV
B3
2.1mg · 13% DV
B5
0.6mg · 12% DV
B6
0.18mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Sodium
280mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
85mg · 12% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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
— 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
2.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.5:1).
Baking helps the meatballs and potatoes brown more evenly, while stovetop cooking produces a softer, saucier dish. With either method, make sure the meatballs are cooked through.
They may crumble if the mixture is too wet, insufficiently kneaded, or shaped without resting. Chilling the mixture briefly and kneading it well helps the meatballs hold together.
A lemony seasonal salad, shepherd’s salad, or rocket salad balances the rich tomato sauce. A yogurt-based side can also add a fresh contrast.
Bread is useful for soaking up the sauce, while rice makes the meal more substantial. Since the dish already contains potatoes, large portions of either rice or bread can make the meal feel overly heavy.
The meatball mixture can be made a day ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator. The cooked dish can also be chilled promptly, refrigerated, and reheated the following day.
Yes, freeze it in portions once it has cooled completely. The potatoes may become softer after thawing, so freshly cooked potatoes usually give the best texture.
Reheat it gently over low to medium heat with the sauce and a lid on. If the sauce has thickened too much, add a small splash of hot water.
It can fit into a post-workout meal because the meatballs provide protein and the potatoes provide carbohydrate for energy. Add salad or yogurt for a more balanced plate.
This depends more on portion size, richness, and whether you are prone to reflux or indigestion than on the dish itself. A smaller serving with a lighter side is often more comfortable late in the evening.
No. Meatballs and potatoes can be baked or cooked directly in the sauce instead of fried, which can reduce the amount of added oil used in the recipe.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.