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Classic comfort dish combining meatballs and creamy mashed potatoes.
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
155
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
15.8g
· 41%
Protein
7.2g
· 19%
Fat
6.7g
· 40%
Fiber
1.5g
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
B3
1.6mg · 10% DV
B5
0.42mg · 8% DV
B6
0.14mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
330mg · 14% DV
Selenium
7.2µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
82mg · 12% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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
2.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.35g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Baking usually needs less added oil and helps the meatballs cook more evenly. If pan-cooking, use medium heat so the outside does not brown before the centre is cooked through.
Overmixing the meat, using very lean mince, and overcooking are common causes. Mix only until combined, let the mixture rest briefly, and avoid cooking longer than necessary.
Runny mash often results from overboiling potatoes or adding too much liquid at once. Stir it gently over low heat to evaporate some moisture, or fold in a little extra mashed boiled potato.
Once cooled, cooked leftovers can generally be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Store the meatballs and mash separately when possible to preserve their texture.
Cooked meatballs freeze well, but mashed potatoes can become watery or grainy after thawing. For the best texture, freeze the meatballs separately and make the mash fresh on the day of serving.
Reheat the meatballs in the oven or in a covered pan with a small splash of water or sauce to limit drying. Warm the mash gently over low heat, adding a little milk if needed.
A crisp seasonal salad, rocket, broccoli, courgettes, or roasted peppers add freshness and volume to the meal. A lemony or vinegar-based salad also balances the richer flavours of the meatballs and mash.
Because the dish combines carbohydrate from the mash with protein from the meatballs, it can work well as a post-workout main meal. Before exercise, choose a smaller serving and allow a few hours for digestion.
When thoroughly cooked and served in age-appropriate small pieces, it can be a filling main meal for children. It contains gluten and eggs, however, so it is not suitable for children with those allergies.
It may be considered processed because the meat is mixed with other ingredients and formed into a prepared dish. That does not automatically make it unhealthy; ingredient quality, added salt, and cooking fat still matter most.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.