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Fiber- and plant-protein-rich baked option with little oil
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
4 piece (medium) of Low-oil baked lentil patties (120 g) has 175 calories. That works out to 146 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.4 g of carbs, 10.6 g of protein, 3.7 g of fat and 9.6 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 32 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 4 piece (medium) · 120 g
175
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
27.4g
· 10% DV
Protein
10.6g
· 21% DV
Fat
3.7g
· 5% DV
Fiber
9.6g
· 34% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 23% · Fat 18%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 175 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.7 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.42 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 264 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.4 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% |
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4 piece (medium) | 120 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 30 g | 44 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 60 g | 88 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 90 g | 131 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 146 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 150 g | 219 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 219 kcal |
| 6 piece (large) | 180 g | 263 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 180 g | 263 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 321 kcal |
Calculated from 146 calories per 100 g.
Low-oil baked lentil patties are made by mixing cooked lentils with seasonings and a binder, shaping the mixture, and baking it on a lined tray. Drain the lentils well first so the mixture holds its shape without needing much oil.
Low-oil baked lentil patties usually fall apart when the mixture is too wet or lacks enough binding. Drain the cooked lentils thoroughly, let the mixture rest before shaping, and adjust it with the binder specified in your recipe if it still feels loose.
Low-oil baked lentil patties are based on lentils and commonly include onion, herbs, spices, and a binding ingredient. Turkish mercimek köftesi often uses fine bulgur, while gluten-free versions use a different binder.
Low-oil baked lentil patties are baked, while Turkish mercimek köftesi is commonly shaped from cooked lentils and fine bulgur without baking. The baked version can have a firmer, drier exterior, while the traditional one is usually soft throughout.
Low-oil baked lentil patties pair well with a crisp salad, leafy greens, lemon, and fresh herbs. Serve them in lettuce leaves for a light meal, or add a dip; use a plant-based dip if you want to keep the meal vegan.
Yes, low-oil baked lentil patties freeze well. Cool them completely, freeze them in a single layer so they do not stick together, then transfer them to a sealed container. Thaw in the refrigerator and warm them in the oven.
Low-oil baked lentil patties keep for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Store fresh greens and lemon separately, and refrigerate the patties promptly rather than leaving them out after serving.
Yes, low-oil baked lentil patties can be prepared ahead and chilled until you are ready to serve them. You can also shape the mixture in advance, but keep it covered in the refrigerator and bake it soon after preparation.
Reheat low-oil baked lentil patties in the oven for a short time, covered loosely if they seem dry. A microwave works too, but it tends to soften their texture rather than crisp the outside.
Low-oil baked lentil patties can be eaten warm or cold. Let them rest after baking so they firm up, then serve warm with a side dish or chilled with greens and lemon.
Vitamins
Folate
126µg · 32% DV
B1
0.19mg · 16% DV
B6
0.24mg · 14% DV
B5
0.66mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.34mg · 38% DV
Manganese
0.62mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
188mg · 27% DV
Iron
3.24mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
396mg · 12% DV
Sodium
264mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 175 calories in 4 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Low-oil baked lentil patties are a lighter, oven-cooked take on Turkish mercimek köftesi, usually shaped from red lentils mixed with onion, pepper or tomato paste, herbs and spices. Recipes vary in their seasonings and in what is used to hold the mixture together; despite the name, these are lentil patties rather than meatballs.
They are soft and savoury inside, with a lightly browned exterior, and are commonly served cool or at room temperature. In Turkey, they often appear on meze and tea tables with lettuce, lemon and fresh herbs. They bring plant protein and fibre, while baking keeps the added oil modest. Pair them with a crisp salad for an easy lunch or a more substantial platter.
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.
High
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
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.42g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.62g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.96g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.