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Hearty main dish with protein, beta-carotene, and fiber
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sweet Potato Meatball Stew (250 g) has 305 calories. That works out to 122 calories per 100 g. It contains 30.8 g of carbs, 20.3 g of protein, 11.5 g of fat and 5.3 g of fiber. Its 1095 µg of Vitamin A covers 122% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 54 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
305
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
30.8g
· 11% DV
Protein
20.3g
· 41% DV
Fat
11.5g
· 15% DV
Fiber
5.3g
· 19% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 26% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 305 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.5 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 3.55 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 620 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30.8 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% |
| Protein | 20.3 g | 41% |
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) | 250 g | 305 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 31 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 122 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 125 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 183 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 268 kcal |
| 10 piece (large) | 250 g | 305 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 330 g | 403 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 427 kcal |
Calculated from 122 calories per 100 g.
To make sweet potato meatball stew, season ground meat, roll it into small balls, and brown them lightly. Soften onion in a pot, add broth and sweet potato chunks, then simmer with the meatballs until the potatoes are tender and the meat is fully cooked.
Sweet potato meatball stew typically uses ground meat, sweet potatoes, onion, broth, and a binder such as breadcrumbs or egg for the meatballs. Garlic, tomato paste, and spices such as cumin or black pepper add flavor; recipes vary in their herbs and vegetables.
To keep meatballs intact in sweet potato meatball stew, mix the ground meat thoroughly with its binder and shape the balls firmly. Let them rest briefly before cooking, add them gently to the simmering liquid, and avoid stirring vigorously while they begin to set.
Browning the meatballs first is optional for sweet potato meatball stew. A quick sear gives them a deeper, roasted flavor and helps them hold their shape, while adding them directly to the simmering stew keeps preparation simple and lets them cook in the broth.
Add sweet potatoes to sweet potato meatball stew with enough time to become tender without breaking apart. Cut them into evenly sized chunks, and add them alongside the meatballs if both need similar cooking time; smaller pieces may need a later addition.
Yes, you can make sweet potato meatball stew with regular potatoes, but the dish will lose the sweet, earthy flavor that distinguishes it. Regular potatoes may take longer to soften, so cut them smaller or give them a head start in the pot.
Sweet potato meatball stew pairs well with crusty bread, rice, or a simple green salad. Since the stew already combines meat and vegetables, a crisp salad or a spoonful of plain yogurt makes a particularly balanced, refreshing accompaniment.
Sweet potato meatball stew keeps for up to three days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, making sure the meatballs and stew are thoroughly hot throughout.
Yes, sweet potato meatball stew can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized containers. The sweet potatoes may soften after thawing, but the stew is still suitable for reheating; thaw it in the refrigerator and heat it thoroughly before serving.
Peeling is optional when making sweet potato meatball stew. Peeled sweet potatoes give the stew a softer, more uniform texture, while unpeeled ones add texture; scrub them thoroughly under running water if you leave the skins on.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
1095µg · 122% DV
B12
1.7µg · 71% DV
B6
0.7mg · 41% DV
B3
6mg · 38% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
263mg · 38% DV
Copper
0.33mg · 37% DV
Zinc
3.55mg · 32% DV
Sodium
620mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
780mg · 23% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sweet Potato Meatball Stew brings small meatballs and chunks of sweet potato together in a gently simmered, filling main dish. It is a home-style combination rather than a preparation tied to one particular region, and recipes may vary in their seasonings and other vegetables.
The sweet potato softens and adds a mild sweetness, while the meatballs make the stew savoury and substantial. Serve it hot for lunch or dinner, with bread or rice to catch the broth; a crisp salad also makes a fresh contrast. It offers protein alongside carbohydrates and fibre, with 8.1 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter meal, pair it with salad and keep the bread or rice portion modest.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
3.55g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.