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Balanced protein and carbs, warming and filling
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Minced meat vermicelli soup (220 g) has 187 calories. That works out to 85 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.4 g of carbs, 10.6 g of protein, 5.7 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Minced meat vermicelli soup is a Turkish home-style soup made with fine vermicelli, browned minced meat and often onion, simmered in a tomato-seasoned broth or stock. Recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen, and fresh herbs may be added just before serving.
In Turkey, it is usually served hot as a lunch or dinner starter, sometimes with bread; a squeeze of lemon or a scattering of parsley brightens the broth. The noodles provide carbohydrates while the meat contributes protein and fat, making a bowl warming and filling. For a lighter version, use a little less meat and add extra vegetables or broth.
Selected: 100 g
85
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
10.2g
· 4% DV
Protein
4.8g
· 10% DV
Fat
2.6g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 23% · Fat 28%
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Vitamins
B12
0.38µg · 16% DV
B3
1.1mg · 7% DV
B5
0.28mg · 6% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Sodium
320mg · 14% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Selenium
3.8µg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
110mg · 3% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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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
0.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.3:1).
Minced meat vermicelli soup is made by browning minced meat with onion and tomato paste, adding stock or water, then simmering vermicelli until tender. Add the pasta near the end of cooking so it does not absorb too much liquid or turn mushy.
Minced meat vermicelli soup can use either fine, thin vermicelli or short, rice-shaped vermicelli. Thin strands cook quickly and give the broth a softer texture, while short pieces stay more distinct; follow the package cooking time and check them before serving.
Yes, you can use orzo in minced meat vermicelli soup, though it will no longer have the same fine-noodle texture. Orzo needs a different cooking time from thin vermicelli, so add it according to its package directions and taste before taking the soup off the heat.
Add the vermicelli to minced meat vermicelli soup shortly before serving and cook it only until tender. The noodles keep softening in hot broth, so store leftovers promptly and expect to add extra stock or water when reheating.
Minced meat vermicelli soup typically contains ground meat, vermicelli, onion, tomato paste, broth or water, and seasonings such as pepper. Recipes vary: some add tomato, garlic, or herbs, while others keep the broth simple and finish it with parsley.
Minced meat vermicelli soup is a familiar Turkish-style home soup, often made with minced meat, tomato paste, and small pasta. It is not limited to one fixed recipe: households vary the seasoning, broth, and type of vermicelli.
Minced meat vermicelli soup goes well with a crisp salad, bread, or yogurt. Since the soup already contains meat and pasta, a light vegetable side is a practical choice for a fuller meal without making the menu feel too heavy.
Yes, minced meat vermicelli soup can be made without tomato paste. Brown the meat and onion, then use broth and seasonings for a lighter-colored soup; a little chopped tomato can add a mild tang if you still want a tomato flavor.
Minced meat vermicelli soup keeps for about three days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. The vermicelli will absorb broth as it sits, so loosen the soup with a little water or stock when reheating.
Yes, minced meat vermicelli soup can be frozen, but the vermicelli may become very soft after thawing. For a better texture, freeze the cooked meat-and-broth base without the pasta, then add vermicelli and cook it after thawing.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.