100 g of Swedish Meatballs has 210 calories. It contains 9.2 g of carbs, 13.5 g of protein, 13.2 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 1.1 µg of B12 covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Swedish Meatballs Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

210

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

9.2g

· 3% DV

Protein

13.5g

· 27% DV

Fat

13.2g

· 17% DV

Fiber

0.7g

· 3% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 18% · Protein 26% · Fat 56%

Swedish Meatballs Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

1.1µg · 46% DV

3.1mg · 19% DV

0.19mg · 15% DV

0.65mg · 13% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

145mg · 21% DV

Selenium

11µg · 20% DV

Zinc

2mg · 18% DV

Sodium

420mg · 18% DV

How Nutritious Is Swedish Meatballs?

Nutrient density

Medium

45/ 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

43/ 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.

Swedish Meatballs 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 Swedish Meatballs

To burn the 210 calories in 100 g:

🚶

52min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

21min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

29min

Cycling

🏊

24min

Swimming

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

Is Swedish Meatballs 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 Swedish Meatballs Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes

Dairy yes

Eggs yes

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Swedish Meatballs 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

Swedish Meatballs Fat Profile

SATURATED

5.1g

MONOUNSATURATED

5.2g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.1g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 4.2:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (4.2:1).

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Frequently Asked Questions About Swedish Meatballs

How many calories and how much protein are in Swedish meatballs?

Swedish meatballs provide 210 calories and 13.5 g of protein per 100 g. The same amount contains 13.2 g fat and 9.2 g carbohydrates.

Are Swedish meatballs low glycemic, and what diets are they suitable for?

Swedish meatballs have a glycemic index of 35, which is considered low. They fit omnivore, Mediterranean, and flexitarian diets, but they are processed and contain eggs, dairy, and gluten.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 24, 2026