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Protein-rich meatball flatbread sandwich
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Meatballs in flatbread (220 g) has 561 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 48.4 g of carbs, 27.5 g of protein, 27.5 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 1.7 µg of B12 covers 69% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
561
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
48.4g
· 18% DV
Protein
27.5g
· 55% DV
Fat
27.5g
· 35% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 20% · Fat 45%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 561 kcal | |
| Total fat | 27.5 g | 35% |
| Saturated fat | 9.02 g | 45% |
| Trans fat | 0.26 g | |
| Sodium | 946 mg | 41% |
| Total carbohydrate | 48.4 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% |
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) | 220 g | 561 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 110 g | 281 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 140 g | 357 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 180 g | 459 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 260 g | 663 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 300 g | 765 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 320 g | 816 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
Meatballs in flatbread are cooked, seasoned meatballs served inside a soft flatbread, often with vegetables and sauce. The bread may form a pocket that holds the filling, making this a handheld sandwich rather than meatballs served alongside bread.
To make Meatballs in flatbread, cook seasoned meatballs in a pan, on a grill, or in the oven, then tuck them into warmed flatbread. Add sliced tomato, onion, and herbs, and finish with a sauce that is not too runny.
Garlic yogurt sauce, a spicy sauce, or a seasoned tomato sauce all work well with Meatballs in flatbread. Use a modest amount: a very wet sauce can soak through the bread and make the sandwich difficult to hold.
Meatballs in flatbread are commonly filled with sliced tomato, onion, lettuce, or fresh herbs, alongside the meatballs. Pickles and yogurt-based or tomato-based sauces are also options; avoid overfilling the bread so it stays together.
To keep Meatballs in flatbread intact, warm the bread briefly so it bends without cracking, and avoid packing it too tightly. Let the meatballs rest briefly after cooking and use thick rather than watery sauces.
Yes, the meatballs for Meatballs in flatbread can be grilled, pan-cooked, or baked. A grill adds a browned, smoky flavor; shape the meatballs evenly and cook them through before putting them in the bread.
Meatballs in flatbread use flatbread, often with a pocket, while a meatball sub is usually served in a long, split roll. The flatbread version is typically assembled as a compact handheld sandwich with fresh vegetables and sauce.
Serve Meatballs in flatbread with a crisp salad, pickles, grilled vegetables, or roasted potatoes. A yogurt drink or another refreshing drink also pairs well; lighter sides balance the bread and meat without competing with the filling.
Store leftover meatballs and flatbread separately in covered containers in the refrigerator so the bread does not become soggy. Reheat the meatballs until hot, then warm the bread briefly and assemble the sandwich just before eating.
For a lighter Meatballs in flatbread, bake or grill the meatballs with little added oil, add plenty of fresh vegetables, and go easy on rich sauces. This keeps the sandwich flavorful while reducing added fat from cooking and toppings.
Vitamins
B12
1.65µg · 69% DV
B3
7.48mg · 47% DV
B6
0.44mg · 26% DV
Biotin
6.6µg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
33µg · 60% DV
Phosphorus
341mg · 49% DV
Zinc
4.84mg · 44% DV
Sodium
946mg · 41% DV
Potassium ⭐
484mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 561 calories in 1 serving (medium) (220 g):
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Meatballs in flatbread is a Turkish-style sandwich made by tucking seasoned minced-meat köfte into a soft, pocket-like gobit loaf. The meatballs are usually grilled or pan-cooked, and the bread may also hold sliced tomato, onion and fresh greens.
It is a filling, convenient lunch or street-food meal in Turkey, often served with ayran, pickles or a simple salad. The combination of bread and meat makes it substantial, with protein alongside carbohydrates and fat; it provides 12.5 g of protein per 100 g. Add extra salad or greens for freshness, or choose a smaller portion if you want a lighter meal.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
9.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
11g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.74g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.