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Buckwheat-based meatball with fiber and plant protein
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Buckwheat meatball (90 g) has 167 calories. That works out to 186 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.7 g of carbs, 6.1 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 3.7 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of Manganese covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 46 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 90 g
167
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
24.7g
· 9% DV
Protein
6.1g
· 12% DV
Fat
5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
3.7g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 15% · Fat 26%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 167 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.81 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24.7 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% |
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 90 g | 167 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 84 kcal |
| ½ cup (shredded) | 85 g | 158 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 186 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 223 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 135 g | 251 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 170 g | 316 kcal |
| 4 piece (extra large) | 180 g | 335 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 335 kcal |
Calculated from 186 calories per 100 g.
Buckwheat meatballs are usually made with cooked buckwheat, aromatics such as onion, herbs and seasonings. Recipes add a binder—such as egg or flour—so the mixture holds its shape. Ingredients vary, so the name does not imply that every version contains meat.
Cook the buckwheat, drain it well and let it cool before mixing it with onion, herbs and seasonings. Add a binder if needed, shape the mixture into balls or patties, then pan-cook or bake until browned and heated through.
Yes, most buckwheat meatball recipes use cooked groats. Cooking softens them so they can be mixed and shaped; drain off excess water and cool the groats first, or the mixture may become too wet to hold together.
To keep buckwheat meatballs intact, drain the cooked groats thoroughly, let the mixture cool, and add enough binder to make it hold when pressed. Chill the shaped meatballs before cooking, and wait until a crust forms before turning them in the pan.
Yes, buckwheat meatballs can be baked instead of fried. Arrange them with space between each piece on a lined tray and lightly brush or spray with oil for browning. Turn them carefully only after the underside has set.
Yogurt-based, tomato, or herb sauces pair well with buckwheat meatballs. A tangy lemon-and-herb dressing also complements their earthy flavor; serve the sauce on the side so the meatballs keep their browned exterior.
Yes, buckwheat meatballs freeze well once cooked and fully cooled. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to an airtight container with parchment between layers. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat until hot throughout.
Yes, buckwheat flour can be used, but it makes a denser mixture than cooked whole groats. Add liquid gradually and include a binder so the mixture shapes easily; flour-based versions may need a different cooking time from groat-based ones.
Yes, buckwheat meatballs can make a filling meal, especially when served with vegetables or salad. Their buckwheat base provides fiber and plant protein; adding a dip or side dish can make the meal more substantial.
Buckwheat meatballs can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, particularly when baked and served with vegetables instead of rich sauces. Their effect on weight depends on the overall meal and portions, not on the meatballs alone.
Vitamins
B3
1.44mg · 9% DV
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
B6
0.14mg · 8% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.7mg · 30% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
149mg · 21% DV
Magnesium
70mg · 17% DV
Sodium
252mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
221mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Buckwheat meatball is a home-style patty made by shaping cooked buckwheat with seasonings and, in many recipes, ingredients such as onion or herbs. It is often meat-free, though recipes vary, and the name refers to its shape rather than a meat filling. It is made in Turkish home cooking as a way to serve buckwheat in a savory form.
Buckwheat gives the patties a gently earthy, nutty taste. Pan-frying makes the outside lightly crisp while the middle stays soft; they can also be baked. Serve them as part of a meal with salad and yogurt, or enjoy smaller patties as a snack.
They provide fibre and plant protein, with 4.1 g of fibre per 100 g. For a more substantial meal, pair them with yogurt or another protein-rich side.
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 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
0.81g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.53g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.