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Orta dish is typically a balanced main course featuring grains, vegetables, and protein.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Orta dish (250 g) has 300 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 40 g of carbs, 15 g of protein, 7.5 g of fat and 6.3 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
300
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
40g
· 15% DV
Protein
15g
· 30% DV
Fat
7.5g
· 10% DV
Fiber
6.3g
· 23% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 21% · Fat 23%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 300 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.5 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.75 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 450 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 6.3 g | 23% |
| Protein | 15 g | 30% |
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) | 250 g | 300 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 300 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 400 g | 480 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 500 g | 600 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
An Orta dish is a main-course-style meal typically made with grains, vegetables and a protein source. The information available describes a type of balanced meal, not one fixed recipe with a standard ingredient list.
No single traditional recipe is specified for an Orta dish. Its grain, vegetables and protein can vary, so claims about a particular regional origin or required ingredients cannot be confirmed from the dish description alone.
Yes, you can make an Orta dish in one pot if its ingredients have compatible cooking times. Add ingredients in stages as needed so the grain cooks through without overcooking the vegetables or drying out the protein.
To make an Orta dish more filling, use a satisfying portion of its protein source and include fibre-rich vegetables or whole grains where they suit the recipe. These additions build on the dish’s usual grain, vegetable and protein combination.
Yes, an Orta dish can be prepared ahead, but store it in individual airtight portions in the refrigerator and use it within 3–4 days. If you need longer storage, freeze portions promptly rather than keeping cooked grains for the whole week.
Reheat an Orta dish until it is steaming hot throughout. On the stove, add a small splash of water if the grain has dried out; in a microwave, cover the portion and stir partway through for more even heating.
Yes, an Orta dish can work as a packed lunch when kept chilled until you eat it. Use an insulated lunch bag with a cold pack if refrigeration is unavailable, especially because cooked grains and protein should not sit warm for hours.
You can substitute another grain or a grain-like ingredient in an Orta dish, but cooking times and the finished texture will change. Choose a substitute that cooks well with the vegetables and protein, or prepare it separately and combine it afterward.
Yes, an Orta dish can be a practical post-workout meal because its usual combination includes both grains and protein. The grain provides carbohydrate and the protein contributes to recovery; the exact balance depends on the ingredients and serving.
Yes, an Orta dish can raise blood sugar, especially when its grain portion is large or made from a refined grain. The vegetables, protein source and portion also affect the meal; people managing diabetes should follow their individual meal plan.
Vitamins
B12
0.75µg · 31% DV
B1
0.3mg · 25% DV
B5
1.13mg · 23% DV
Biotin
6.25µg · 21% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
163mg · 23% DV
Sodium
450mg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.45mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
525mg · 15% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 300 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
The Orta dish is described as a main course combining grains, vegetables and a source of protein. The name does not point to one fixed recipe, so ingredients and preparation can vary; there is not enough information to tie it confidently to a particular region or cooking tradition.
It works as a lunch or dinner centrepiece, with a simple salad or yoghurt alongside. The mix of grains, vegetables and protein makes it a filling, balanced choice rather than a dish defined by one dominant ingredient. For a lighter plate, add extra vegetables and keep added oil modest.
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.
No known major 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
1.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.5g
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.