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Eggplant and peppers filled with rice, minced meat, tomato, and herbs; recipes vary.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Stuffed Eggplant and Peppers (180 g) has 207 calories. That works out to 115 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.5 g of carbs, 9.4 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 28.8 mg of Vitamin C covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
207
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
22.5g
· 8% DV
Protein
9.4g
· 19% DV
Fat
9g
· 12% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 43% · Protein 18% · Fat 39%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 207 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.16 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.5 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% |
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 piece (medium) | 180 g | 207 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 220 g | 253 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 288 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 360 g | 414 kcal |
Calculated from 115 calories per 100 g.
To make Stuffed Eggplant and Peppers, fill hollowed vegetables with a mixture of rice, minced meat, tomato, and herbs, leaving room for the rice to expand. Arrange them upright in a pot, add a little water, and simmer covered until the rice and vegetables are tender.
The filling for Stuffed Eggplant and Peppers commonly combines rice, minced meat, tomato, onion, and herbs such as parsley or mint. Season it with salt and pepper; some versions add spices or cook the meat and onion briefly before mixing in the rice.
Usually, you do not need to peel eggplant for Stuffed Eggplant and Peppers. The skin helps the hollowed eggplant hold its shape during cooking. Remove the stem, scoop out the center carefully, and salt the shell beforehand if you want to reduce bitterness.
No, the rice for Stuffed Eggplant and Peppers is usually added uncooked; it softens as it absorbs liquid during cooking. Rinse and drain it first, and leave space in each vegetable so the grains can expand without pushing the filling out.
Rice in Stuffed Eggplant and Peppers can stay hard if it lacks cooking liquid or the dish is cooked too quickly. Add a little hot water around the vegetables, cover the pot, and continue simmering gently until the rice is tender.
Choose vegetables with flat enough bases, trim them lightly if needed, and pack Stuffed Eggplant and Peppers snugly upright in the pot. A small heatproof plate placed on top can keep them steady, while also helping prevent the filling from spilling out.
Yes, Stuffed Eggplant and Peppers can be baked in a covered dish with a little water or tomato sauce. Covering them for most of the cooking keeps the rice from drying out; uncover them near the end if you want the tops to brown.
Meat-filled Stuffed Eggplant and Peppers use minced meat alongside rice, while meatless versions rely on rice, onion, tomato, herbs, and olive oil. Meatless versions are often served at room temperature or chilled, whereas meat-filled ones are commonly served warm.
Stuffed Eggplant and Peppers pair well with plain yogurt, a fresh salad, or a simple tomato-based sauce. Since the vegetables already contain a rice filling, lighter sides such as cucumber salad or leafy greens balance the meal without adding another heavy starch.
Yes, you can freeze cooked Stuffed Eggplant and Peppers after cooling them promptly. Pack them in a freezer-safe airtight container, ideally in portions, and thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating gently; the vegetables may be softer after freezing.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
28.8mg · 32% DV
B12
0.63µg · 26% DV
B6
0.29mg · 17% DV
B3
2.16mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
135mg · 19% DV
Sodium
378mg · 16% DV
Selenium
9µg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
468mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Stuffed Eggplant and Peppers is a Turkish home-style dish made by filling hollowed eggplants and peppers with rice, minced meat, tomato and herbs, then simmering them until tender. The filling and choice of vegetables vary from household to household, and meat-free versions are also common.
The vegetables turn soft as they cook, while the filling is savoury and fragrant. In Turkey it is often served warm as a main dish, with yogurt and bread alongside; it also fits easily into a Mediterranean-style meal elsewhere. Rice provides much of its carbohydrate, while the meat contributes protein and the vegetables add some fibre. For a lighter plate, serve a smaller portion with salad or yogurt.
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 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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.