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Nutrient-dense organ meat rich in iron, vitamin B12, and protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Lamb spleen (120 g) has 126 calories. That works out to 105 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 22 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 46.8 µg of B12 covers 1950% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
126
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
22g
· 44% DV
Fat
3.8g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 72% · Fat 28%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 126 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.8 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.32 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 98 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 22 g | 44% |
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 piece (medium) | 120 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 95 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 105 kcal |
| 4 ounce (medium) | 113 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 170 g | 179 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 231 kcal |
Calculated from 105 calories per 100 g.
Lamb spleen is an edible organ meat from a lamb. It is commonly cooked rather than eaten raw, and can be grilled, pan-fried, or used in stuffed offal dishes.
Lamb spleen can be pan-fried, grilled, or roasted after cleaning. Cook it whole or slice it into pieces, turning as needed, and make sure it is thoroughly cooked before serving.
Lamb spleen has a rich, distinctive, slightly mineral taste. Its flavor is often compared with liver, though the texture differs; grilling or seasoning it can make the taste more balanced.
Rinse lamb spleen gently under cold running water, then trim away visible membranes and vessels with a small sharp knife. Pat it dry before cooking so it browns instead of steaming.
Yes, lamb spleen can be grilled. Clean and dry it first, then grill it whole or in thick pieces, turning it as it cooks and checking that the center is fully cooked.
Yes, lamb spleen can be stuffed with a seasoned rice mixture. Leave room for the filling to expand, close the opening securely, and cook the spleen thoroughly so both the filling and organ meat are done.
Yes, lamb spleen is a nutrient-dense organ meat that provides iron, vitamin B12, and protein. People who have been advised to limit organ meats should ask their healthcare professional how it fits their diet.
Fresh lamb spleen should look intact and should not have a sour or unpleasant odor or a sticky surface. Avoid it if its color is markedly altered or its smell seems off.
Keep raw lamb spleen in a sealed container in the coldest part of the refrigerator and cook it promptly. Store cooked spleen separately in a covered container, rather than leaving it at room temperature.
Yes, lamb spleen can be frozen. Clean and dry it, divide it into portions, and seal them in freezer-safe packaging; thaw it in the refrigerator before cooking and avoid refreezing it after thawing.
Vitamins
B12
46.8µg · 1950% DV
B3
7.32mg · 46% DV
B2
0.46mg · 35% DV
B5
1.32mg · 26% DV
Minerals
Iron
49mg · 272% DV
Selenium
41µg · 75% DV
Phosphorus
312mg · 45% DV
Copper
0.26mg · 29% DV
Potassium ⭐
372mg · 11% DV
Sodium
98mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Lamb spleen is an edible organ meat, usually sold cleaned by a butcher. It is eaten in lamb-producing cuisines, including parts of the Middle East and Mediterranean, where it may be grilled, pan-fried or stuffed. Its flavour is distinctly savoury and earthy, and the cooked texture is tender yet denser than ordinary muscle meat. You can slice it for a quick pan cook or grill it and serve with bread, onions, herbs and a squeeze of lemon. Lamb spleen is rich in protein, iron and vitamin B12; a 100 g portion provides 18.3 g of protein. If you are new to organ meats, pair it with sharp, fresh flavours to balance its richness.
Very 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
1.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.