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Protein-rich, vitamin-packed meat dish with vegetables
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sauteed Meat with Peppers & Tomatoes (180 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.6 g of carbs, 24.3 g of protein, 9.4 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 2 µg of B12 covers 83% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
216
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
7.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
24.3g
· 49% DV
Fat
9.4g
· 12% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 14% · Protein 46% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 216 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.4 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.78 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 94 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% |
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) | 180 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 96 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 300 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Sauteed meat with peppers and tomatoes is made by browning bite-size meat first, then cooking it with peppers and tomatoes. Use a hot pan, let the meat release and reabsorb its juices, and add the vegetables afterward so they do not stew the meat.
Tender, quick-cooking beef cuts such as sirloin or tenderloin work well for sauteed meat with peppers and tomatoes. You can use a tougher cut, but it needs longer, gentler cooking to become tender and may suit a covered pan better.
The meat in sauteed meat with peppers and tomatoes can turn tough if the cut needs slow cooking, the pan is crowded, or the meat is cooked for too long. Brown it in batches over high heat, and cut it into evenly sized pieces.
Add the peppers and tomatoes to sauteed meat with peppers and tomatoes after the meat has browned and its released liquid has mostly evaporated. This gives the meat room to sear and helps keep the finished dish from becoming watery.
Yes, sauteed meat with peppers and tomatoes can be made with lamb instead of beef. Choose tender, boneless pieces and trim excess fat; lamb has a stronger flavor, so garlic, black pepper, and a little cumin complement it well.
Sauteed meat with peppers and tomatoes is cooked quickly in a pan and usually has a light coating of tomato juices. Beef stew uses more liquid and a longer, slower cooking time, producing softer meat and a brothier result.
Rice, bulgur, or crusty bread pair well with sauteed meat with peppers and tomatoes because they soak up its savory tomato juices. For a lighter meal, serve it with a green salad or plain yogurt.
Yes, you can freeze sauteed meat with peppers and tomatoes once it has cooled. Divide it into airtight portions and thaw them in the refrigerator; the peppers and tomatoes may be softer after thawing, but the dish will still work well over rice.
Sauteed meat with peppers and tomatoes generally keeps for three to four days in the refrigerator when promptly cooled and stored in a covered container. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours of cooking, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
To keep sauteed meat with peppers and tomatoes from getting watery, use a wide, hot pan and brown the meat in batches rather than crowding it. Let excess liquid evaporate before adding the vegetables, and avoid covering the pan while the tomatoes cook.
Vitamins
B12
1.98µg · 83% DV
Vitamin C
34.2mg · 38% DV
B3
5.58mg · 35% DV
B6
0.4mg · 24% DV
Minerals
Zinc
3.96mg · 36% DV
Phosphorus
216mg · 31% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
468mg · 14% DV
Sodium
94mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Sauteed Meat with Peppers & Tomatoes is a Turkish home-style skillet dish, usually made with bite-sized pieces of beef or lamb cooked with peppers, tomatoes and often onion. As the vegetables soften and release their juices, they make a savoury sauce around the meat.
It is served hot as a main course, often with rice, bulgur or bread; a crisp salad or yogurt makes a fresh contrast. Outside Turkey, it fits easily into a weeknight meal alongside grains or simply with vegetables. The meat makes it a protein-rich choice, while the peppers and tomatoes add colour and fibre. For a lighter plate, use a measured amount of oil and serve it with extra vegetables.
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.