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Meat-free patties made with red lentils, fine bulgur, spices, onion, and usually olive oil.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Spiced lentil patties (150 g) has 246 calories. That works out to 164 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.8 g of carbs, 10.8 g of protein, 6.8 g of fat and 7.8 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
246
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
36.8g
· 13% DV
Protein
10.8g
· 22% DV
Fat
6.8g
· 9% DV
Fiber
7.8g
· 28% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 17% · Fat 24%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 246 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.8 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 525 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36.8 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% |
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% |
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) | 150 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 55 g | 90 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 164 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 105 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 197 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 175 g | 287 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 361 kcal |
Calculated from 164 calories per 100 g.
Spiced lentil patties are made by cooking red lentils, stirring in fine bulgur so it softens, then mixing in sautéed onion, olive oil and spices. Parsley and spring onions are usually added after the mixture cools enough to handle.
No, traditional spiced lentil patties contain no meat. Red lentils and fine bulgur form the base, while onion, herbs, olive oil and seasonings provide flavor; they are served as small patties or shaped rolls.
Spiced lentil patties are a Turkish dish made with cooked red lentils and fine bulgur, while falafel is typically made from chickpeas or fava beans and fried. Lentil patties are usually shaped by hand and served without frying.
Spiced lentil patties fall apart when the mixture is too wet, or when the bulgur has not absorbed enough moisture. Let the mixture rest before shaping; if it is still loose, mix in a little more fine bulgur and wait again.
Spiced lentil patties are commonly served with lettuce leaves, lemon and fresh herbs. Wrap a patty in lettuce and add a squeeze of lemon, or serve them as part of a Turkish-style spread with other small dishes.
Yes, you can prepare spiced lentil patties ahead and refrigerate them until serving. For the freshest texture, shape the patties after the mixture has cooled, and keep lettuce, lemon and other serving garnishes separate.
Yes, spiced lentil patties can be frozen, though fresh herbs may soften after thawing. Freeze them without lettuce or lemon, thaw them in the refrigerator, and add fresh herbs or other garnishes just before serving.
Spiced lentil patties can be mild or hot; the heat mostly comes from the amount and type of chili used. Homemade versions are easy to adjust, with cumin, black pepper and herbs adding flavor even when chili is reduced.
Spiced lentil patties can fit into a weight-loss meal because lentils and bulgur make them filling. Keep the serving moderate and pair them with salad or vegetables rather than adding several calorie-dense sides.
Spiced lentil patties keep for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Store them separately from lettuce and lemon, which can make the patties damp, and discard them if their smell or appearance changes.
Vitamins
Folate
112.5µg · 28% DV
Vitamin K
22.5µg · 19% DV
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
Vitamin E
1.65mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Manganese
0.6mg · 26% DV
Sodium
525mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
150mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
375mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Spiced lentil patties are a familiar Turkish home-cooked dish, made by mixing cooked red lentils with fine bulgur, onion, spices and usually olive oil, then shaping the mixture by hand. They are meat-free and often prepared for sharing at gatherings.
Soft with a slight graininess, they have a savoury, warmly spiced flavour, often lifted with lemon. In Turkey they are commonly served cold or at room temperature, wrapped in lettuce leaves and accompanied by parsley and lemon; they also make a popular offering at tea gatherings. Lentils and bulgur contribute plant protein and fibre, while the bulgur makes the patties a source of carbohydrates. Add a crisp salad for a satisfying light lunch.
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.
High
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
0.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.