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High protein, low carb, seafood-based
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Stuffed mussels without rice has 172 calories. It contains 4.8 g of carbs, 18.4 g of protein, 8.1 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 18 µg of B12 covers 750% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 8 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
172
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
4.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
18.4g
· 37% DV
Fat
8.1g
· 10% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 12% · Protein 44% · Fat 44%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 172 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.1 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.6 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 412 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 18.4 g | 37% |
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) | 120 g | 206 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 50 g | 86 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 172 kcal |
| 4 piece (medium) | 100 g | 172 kcal |
| 6 piece (large) | 150 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 310 kcal |
| 8 piece (extra large) | 200 g | 344 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 250 g | 430 kcal |
Calculated from 172 calories per 100 g.
Stuffed mussels without rice are mussels filled with a seasoned mixture that contains no rice. The filling varies by recipe and may use ingredients such as onion, herbs, or spices, so the name does not specify one standard preparation.
There is no single standard filling for stuffed mussels without rice. Recipes may use onion, herbs, and seasonings, while other ingredients vary; ask the cook or seller about the particular filling if you need to avoid something.
Stuffed mussels without rice omit the rice-based filling common in many traditional stuffed mussel recipes. The rice-free version uses a different mixture or a simpler seasoning, so its texture and flavor depend on the recipe.
To make stuffed mussels without rice, fill cleaned mussels with a rice-free seasoned mixture and cook them thoroughly. Recipes differ in the filling, but careful cleaning and complete cooking are important for safe seafood preparation.
Stuffed mussels without rice are commonly served in their shells with a squeeze of lemon. Add the lemon just before eating, and serve them promptly rather than leaving cooked mussels out at room temperature.
Do not eat stuffed mussels without rice if they smell sour, strongly fishy, or like ammonia. A slimy texture or damaged shells are also warning signs; buy them from a reputable source and keep them chilled.
Refrigerate stuffed mussels without rice in a covered container within two hours of cooking, and eat them within two days. Chilling does not make mussels safe again if they have been left at room temperature too long.
Yes, you can reheat stuffed mussels without rice once, until they are hot throughout. Remove them from the shells for more even heating, and discard any that were left out too long or have already been reheated.
Yes, cooked stuffed mussels without rice can be frozen, although thawing may make their texture softer. Freeze them in an airtight container, thaw them in the refrigerator, and do not refreeze them after thawing.
Stuffed mussels without rice are safest during pregnancy when thoroughly cooked and properly chilled; avoid raw or undercooked mussels. If you are unsure about how they were handled or cooked, ask your healthcare professional.
Vitamins
B12
18µg · 750% DV
B2
0.28mg · 22% DV
B3
2.4mg · 15% DV
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Selenium
42µg · 76% DV
Iodine
58µg · 39% DV
Phosphorus
236mg · 34% DV
Iron
5.8mg · 32% DV
Sodium
412mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
268mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Stuffed mussels without rice are a rice-free take on Turkish midye dolma, a dish made by preparing mussels in their shells. The filling and seasonings vary by recipe; the defining difference is that the usual spiced rice is left out.
In Turkey, midye dolma is often enjoyed as a street-food snack, opened and finished with a squeeze of lemon, or served as part of a meze spread. This version has the savoury, briny flavour and tender texture of mussels without the heft of rice. It is protein-rich and relatively low in carbohydrates, with 18.4 g of protein per 100 g. Pair it with lemon and a crisp salad for a lighter meal.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.