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High-protein lamb sauté prepared with little oil
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Low-Oil Lamb Sauté (150 g) has 278 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.2 g of carbs, 37.8 g of protein, 12.1 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 3.6 µg of B12 covers 150% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
278
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
4.2g
· 2% DV
Protein
37.8g
· 76% DV
Fat
12.1g
· 16% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 6% · Protein 55% · Fat 39%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 278 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.1 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 4.88 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 117 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.2 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 37.8 g | 76% |
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 serving (medium) | 150 g | 278 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 37 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 93 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 333 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 250 g | 463 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 360 g | 666 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
Low-oil lamb sauté is a dish of bite-size lamb pieces cooked in a pan with a small amount of oil. It may include onion, peppers or tomatoes, and is usually served hot as a main course.
Boneless leg or shoulder works well for low-oil lamb sauté when cut into small, even pieces. Leg is leaner, while shoulder has more connective tissue and may need longer cooking to become tender. Ask for lamb cut specifically for sautéing.
Use evenly cut pieces and avoid cooking low-oil lamb sauté for too long over very high heat. Brown the meat in batches so it sears rather than steams. If a tougher cut needs more time, add a little hot water and cook it covered until tender.
Preheat a heavy or nonstick pan before adding the lamb for low-oil lamb sauté. Cook the meat in a single layer and let it brown before turning it; overcrowding cools the pan and makes the lamb release liquid and stick.
Trim excess surface fat and use fresh lamb to keep low-oil lamb sauté from tasting overly strong. Onion, garlic, black pepper, cumin and rosemary complement lamb well. A brief marinade with lemon juice can add brightness, but drain it before browning the meat.
Onion, bell pepper and tomato are common additions to low-oil lamb sauté. Add vegetables according to how quickly they cook: start with onion and peppers, then add tomato later so it does not release too much liquid before the lamb browns.
Low-oil lamb sauté is browned in a pan with little added liquid, while lamb stew cooks slowly in more broth or sauce. Sauté usually has a drier finish and smaller pieces; stew is softer and served with plenty of cooking liquid.
Serve low-oil lamb sauté with rice, couscous, flatbread or roasted vegetables. A crisp salad or yogurt-based sauce balances the rich lamb flavor, while bread or grains help make the pan juices part of the meal.
Low-oil lamb sauté keeps for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat until it is hot throughout.
Yes, low-oil lamb sauté can be frozen in an airtight container once cooled. Freeze it in meal-size portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat thoroughly in a pan. The vegetables may soften after thawing, but the dish remains suitable for eating.
Vitamins
B12
3.6µg · 150% DV
B3
10.65mg · 67% DV
B2
0.33mg · 25% DV
B5
1.02mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Zinc
6.07mg · 55% DV
Phosphorus
308mg · 44% DV
Selenium
19µg · 35% DV
Copper
0.21mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
518mg · 15% DV
Sodium
117mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 278 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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Low-oil lamb sauté is made by cooking bite-size pieces of lamb in a pan with a modest amount of oil. It is a straightforward home-style dish, and recipes may include onion, peppers or tomatoes, depending on the cook.
The lamb is served hot, tender with a lightly browned, savoury surface. In Turkey it commonly appears as a main course with rice, bulgur or salad; elsewhere, it also pairs easily with roasted vegetables or flatbread. It is protein-rich and relatively low in carbohydrate. For a lighter plate, keep the added oil measured and serve it with plenty of vegetables; avoid overcooking so the lamb stays tender.
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
4.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.15g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.86g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.