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Traditional Turkish meatballs served with yogurt, rich in protein and calcium.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Seferkitel meatballs with yogurt (180 g) has 306 calories. That works out to 170 calories per 100 g. It contains 18 g of carbs, 18.9 g of protein, 16.2 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 1.6 µg of B12 covers 68% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
306
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
18g
· 7% DV
Protein
18.9g
· 38% DV
Fat
16.2g
· 21% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 25% · Protein 26% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 306 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.2 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 5.76 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 468 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% |
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 | 306 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 30 g | 51 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 102 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 90 g | 153 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 204 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 150 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 340 kcal |
| 7 piece (large) | 210 g | 357 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 425 kcal |
Calculated from 170 calories per 100 g.
Seferkitel meatballs with yogurt are made by shaping and cooking the meatballs, then serving them with yogurt. Seferkitel recipes can vary in their grains, seasonings, and binders, so follow the version you are using and make sure the mixture holds its shape before cooking.
Seferkitel meatballs with yogurt are a Turkish meatball dish served with yogurt. The cool, tangy yogurt contrasts with the savory meatballs, making the yogurt part of the dish’s serving style rather than just an optional side.
Seferkitel meatballs with yogurt are associated with regional Turkish cooking. The name and recipe details can vary in local usage, so it is better not to assign the dish to one specific region without a particular local recipe as a reference.
The meatballs in Seferkitel meatballs with yogurt are based on ground meat and ingredients that bind the mixture; grains and seasonings vary by recipe. The yogurt is served alongside or over the cooked meatballs, and may be plain or seasoned.
Yogurt is generally served with the cooked Seferkitel meatballs, rather than mixed into the raw meat mixture. Add it just before serving so it stays cool and creamy; keeping it separate also makes leftovers easier to store and reheat.
No, Seferkitel meatballs with yogurt should not automatically be called kibbeh. The names refer to distinct food traditions, and meatballs made with grains can look similar while differing in their shaping, preparation, and regional recipe.
Serve Seferkitel meatballs with yogurt with rice or bulgur pilaf, a crisp salad, or roasted vegetables. Since the dish already includes yogurt, a simple vegetable side works well without making the meal feel overly rich.
Yes, you can shape the Seferkitel meatballs ahead and refrigerate them before cooking. Keep the yogurt separate until serving, which helps the meatballs retain their texture and prevents the yogurt from becoming watery against warm food.
Leftover Seferkitel meatballs with yogurt keep in the refrigerator for up to three days in a covered container. If possible, store the yogurt separately, reheat the meatballs until thoroughly hot, and add the yogurt afterward.
You can freeze the cooked Seferkitel meatballs, but freeze them without the yogurt. Cool and pack the meatballs airtight, then thaw them in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly; add fresh yogurt when serving, since frozen yogurt can separate.
Vitamins
B12
1.62µg · 68% DV
B5
1.26mg · 25% DV
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
B3
3.78mg · 24% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
198mg · 28% DV
Zinc
3.06mg · 28% DV
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Sodium
468mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
378mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Seferkitel meatballs with yogurt is a traditional Turkish dish of seasoned meatballs served with yogurt. The yogurt brings a cool, gently tangy contrast to the savory meat; recipes for the seferkitel-style meatballs can vary by household and region.
In Turkey, it is served as a warm main dish, often with bread or rice and a fresh salad. The meatballs and yogurt make it a protein-rich meal, while the yogurt also contributes calcium. For a lighter plate, pair it with plenty of salad and keep the bread or rice portion modest; serving the yogurt on the side lets everyone choose how much to add.
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
5.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.