3 piece (medium) of Meatballs in Sauce (120 g) has 204 calories. That works out to 170 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.8 g of carbs, 13.8 g of protein, 12.2 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 1 µg of B12 covers 43% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Meatballs in Sauce Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

170

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

8.2g

· 3% DV

Protein

11.5g

· 23% DV

Fat

10.2g

· 13% DV

Fiber

1.4g

· 5% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 19% · Protein 27% · Fat 54%

Meatballs in Sauce Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.85µg · 35% DV

2.1mg · 13% DV

0.62mg · 12% DV

0.19mg · 11% DV

Minerals

Zinc

2mg · 18% DV

Sodium

390mg · 17% DV

Phosphorus

120mg · 17% DV

Selenium

8.2µg · 15% DV

How Nutritious Is Meatballs in Sauce?

Nutrient density

Medium

55/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

47/ 100

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.

Meatballs in Sauce Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Meatballs in Sauce

To burn the 170 calories in 100 g:

🚶

42min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

17min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

23min

Cycling

🏊

20min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Meatballs in Sauce Processed?

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.

Does Meatballs in Sauce Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes

Dairy free

Eggs yes

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Meatballs in Sauce Good For?

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

Meatballs in Sauce Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.6g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.2g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.1g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 3.6:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Meatballs in Sauce

Is meatballs in sauce suitable for a Mediterranean diet?

Meatballs in sauce is listed as compatible with Mediterranean, omnivore, and flexitarian diets. It is a processed food.

What is the glycemic index of meatballs in sauce?

Meatballs in sauce has a glycemic index of 40. Per 100 g, it contains 8.2 g of carbohydrates and 1.4 g of fiber.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 22, 2026