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Lean protein with fiber and vitamin C
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Turkey Oat Meatballs with Pepper Sauce (180 g) has 283 calories. That works out to 157 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.6 g of carbs, 32.6 g of protein, 9.9 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 13.3 mg of B3 covers 83% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 42 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
283
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
16.6g
· 6% DV
Protein
32.6g
· 65% DV
Fat
9.9g
· 13% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 23% · Protein 46% · Fat 31%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 283 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.9 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.12 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 441 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 32.6 g | 65% |
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) | 180 g | 283 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 30 g | 47 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 60 g | 94 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 90 g | 141 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 157 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 120 g | 188 kcal |
| 5 piece (extra large) | 150 g | 236 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 314 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 393 kcal |
Calculated from 157 calories per 100 g.
Turkey Oat Meatballs with Pepper Sauce are made with ground turkey, oats, and a pepper-based sauce. Recipes may also include onion, garlic, egg, and seasonings; oats help bind the meatball mixture and add texture.
Mix ground turkey with oats and seasonings, shape the mixture into meatballs, and cook them through; prepare the pepper sauce separately. Serve the meatballs coated with the sauce or with it on the side.
Yes, Turkey Oat Meatballs with Pepper Sauce can be baked. Arrange the meatballs in a single layer on a lined baking tray and cook until browned and fully cooked inside; baking needs less added oil than pan-frying.
Yes, Turkey Oat Meatballs with Pepper Sauce freeze well when stored in an airtight container. Freeze the cooked meatballs with or without the sauce, thaw them in the refrigerator, and reheat until steaming hot.
Turkey Oat Meatballs with Pepper Sauce can fall apart if the mixture is too wet or the meatballs are turned before they have set. Add oats gradually, chill the shaped meatballs briefly, and handle them gently while cooking.
Turkey Oat Meatballs with Pepper Sauce can be made with sweet bell peppers for a mild, rounded sauce. Roasted red peppers deepen the flavor, while hot peppers add heat; adjust the choice to the spice level you want.
Turkey Oat Meatballs with Pepper Sauce pair well with rice, couscous, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad. For a more filling meal, serve them with a grain; for a lighter plate, add vegetables and a spoonful of yogurt.
Cooked Turkey Oat Meatballs with Pepper Sauce keep for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them promptly after cooking and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, Turkey Oat Meatballs with Pepper Sauce work well for meal prep because the cooked meatballs and sauce can be portioned together or stored separately. Keep them chilled and add freshly prepared sides when serving.
Turkey Oat Meatballs with Pepper Sauce can fit into a weight-loss meal because turkey provides protein and oats contribute fiber, both of which can help with fullness. The total meal also depends on portion size and sides such as rice or bread.
Vitamins
B3
13.32mg · 83% DV
B6
0.86mg · 51% DV
B12
0.99µg · 41% DV
Vitamin C
33.48mg · 37% DV
Minerals
Selenium
41µg · 75% DV
Phosphorus
344mg · 49% DV
Manganese
0.86mg · 37% DV
Zinc
3.06mg · 28% DV
Sodium
441mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
572mg · 17% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 283 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Turkey Oat Meatballs with Pepper Sauce are made with ground turkey and oats, served with a pepper-based sauce. They’re a contemporary home-style combination rather than a dish tied to one traditional region. The oats help bind the meatballs and give them a tender texture, while the sauce brings a mild sweetness and a fresh, savoury pepper flavour.
Serve them as a main meal with grains, roasted vegetables or a crisp salad; they also work well tucked into a flatbread for an easy lunch. Turkey makes the dish a protein-forward choice, with oats contributing some fibre. For a lighter plate, bake the meatballs instead of frying them and pair them with plenty of vegetables.
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.
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 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.
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
2.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.74g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.73g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.