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Light protein-containing soup
In season: Spring · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 bottle (medium) of Light minced meat soup (250 g) has 95 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.5 g of carbs, 7.8 g of protein, 3.5 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.9 µg of B12 covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 250 g
95
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
8.5g
· 3% DV
Protein
7.8g
· 16% DV
Fat
3.5g
· 4% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 32% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 95 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.5 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 525 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.5 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% |
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 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 95 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 cup (mini) | 100 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 300 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 450 g | 171 kcal |
Calculated from 38 calories per 100 g.
Light minced meat soup is made by browning a small amount of minced meat with onion, then simmering it with stock or water and your chosen vegetables. Break up the meat as it cooks so it distributes evenly through the broth.
No, tomatoes are optional in light minced meat soup. Fresh tomato or a little tomato paste gives the broth a richer, tangier flavour, while leaving them out makes a milder soup.
Beef mince is a common choice for light minced meat soup, but lamb or ground turkey also works. Lean mince keeps the broth less oily; drain excess fat after browning if your mince releases a lot.
Break the mince into small pieces as it browns in the pot, stirring it before adding the liquid. If you add the broth while the mince is still in one large lump, it is harder to separate evenly.
Yes, rice, orzo, and other small pasta shapes can be added to light minced meat soup. Add them according to their cooking time, and expect the soup to thicken as they absorb liquid.
Yes, but thaw the mince safely in the refrigerator before browning it for light minced meat soup. Cooking it from frozen can make it release liquid and steam rather than brown, and may leave it unevenly cooked.
Light minced meat soup can be served as either a starter or a main course. A larger bowl with bread or a side salad makes a more complete meal, while a small serving works well before a main dish.
Bread, a green salad, or plain yogurt all pair well with light minced meat soup. Choose bread for a more filling meal, or salad and yogurt when you want a lighter accompaniment.
Light minced meat soup usually keeps for 3–4 days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and bring it to a thorough steaming heat.
Light minced meat soup can be a nourishing meal because it combines broth, vegetables, and a source of protein. Its overall balance depends on the ingredients; adding plenty of vegetables and serving it with a suitable side can round it out.
Vitamins
B12
0.88µg · 37% DV
B3
2.88mg · 18% DV
B6
0.25mg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
105µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Sodium
525mg · 23% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Copper
0.15mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
108mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
288mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Light minced meat soup is a gently flavoured, broth-based dish made with a small amount of minced meat, often cooked with vegetables; some home-style versions include rice or another grain. The meat lends savouriness without making the soup feel heavy, while the vegetables give it a little body.
It works as a starter or a light meal, especially on a chilly day. In Turkey, it may be served with lemon and herbs, with bread alongside; elsewhere, pair it with a simple salad or crusty bread. Its nutrition is modest and relatively light, with 3.1 g of protein per 100 g. Use a restrained hand with added oil if you want to keep the broth especially light.
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 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
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.45g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.55g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.