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Oven-baked, plant-based protein source
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Vegan baked meatballs (150 g) has 278 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.2 g of carbs, 18.6 g of protein, 12.1 g of fat and 8.4 g of fiber. Its 0.9 mg of Manganese covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
278
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
22.2g
· 8% DV
Protein
18.6g
· 37% DV
Fat
12.1g
· 16% DV
Fiber
8.4g
· 30% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 33% · Protein 27% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 278 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.1 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 1.35 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 480 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% |
| Protein | 18.6 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) | 150 g | 278 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 46 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 93 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 4 piece (medium) | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 222 kcal |
| 6 piece (medium) | 150 g | 278 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 200 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 407 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
Vegan baked meatballs are made by mixing a plant-based protein with seasonings and a binder, shaping the mixture, and baking until browned. Lentils, beans, tofu, or plant-based mince can form the base; the exact ingredients vary by recipe.
Oats, breadcrumbs, flour, or ground flaxseed can bind vegan baked meatballs. The mixture should be moist enough to shape but not wet; letting it rest briefly helps the binder absorb moisture before you form the balls.
Vegan baked meatballs usually fall apart when the mixture is too wet, too coarse, or short on binder. Mash part of the beans or lentils, add oats or breadcrumbs gradually, and avoid turning the meatballs before their surface has set.
Vegan baked meatballs can turn dry if they bake too long or the mixture contains too little moisture or fat. Check them as they brown, and add grated vegetables, a little oil, or sauce to the mixture if it seems dry before baking.
Vegan baked meatballs pair well with tomato sauce, pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables. You can also tuck them into a sandwich or serve them with a plant-based yogurt sauce; add the sauce just before serving if you want to keep their outside crisp.
Yes, vegan baked meatballs freeze well. Cool cooked meatballs completely, freeze them in a sealed container with baking paper between layers, and thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating. You can also freeze shaped, uncooked meatballs and bake them after thawing.
Cooked vegan baked meatballs keep for up to three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and discard meatballs that have been left at room temperature for an extended time.
Yes, vegan baked meatballs can be made without soy. Use mashed lentils, chickpeas, or beans as the base, then add oats or breadcrumbs to help them hold their shape; herbs and spices provide the savory flavor.
To keep vegan baked meatballs moist, avoid overbaking and make sure the mixture is not crumbly before it goes into the oven. A little oil or grated zucchini can add moisture, while serving them with sauce helps prevent a dry mouthfeel.
Yes, vegan baked meatballs can be cooked in an air fryer. Arrange them in a single layer with space around each one, and check them earlier than you would in a conventional oven because air fryers brown the outside quickly.
Vitamins
B6
0.32mg · 19% DV
B3
2.7mg · 17% DV
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
Biotin
4.5µg · 15% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.93mg · 40% DV
Copper
0.36mg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
248mg · 35% DV
Iron
4.65mg · 26% DV
Sodium
480mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
465mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 278 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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Vegan baked meatballs are a plant-based take on köfte, the seasoned patties found across Turkish cooking. Recipes vary, but the mixture may use soy, beans or vegetables, with grains or breadcrumbs to help it hold together and aromatics such as onion, garlic and spices for flavour. Baking gives them a lightly browned outside while keeping the centre tender.
Serve them as a main with grains, salad or tomato sauce; in Turkey, they fit naturally alongside bulgur pilaf and fresh greens. They provide plant protein and fibre, with 12.4 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, pair them with plenty of salad, or adjust the seasoning and shape them smaller for sharing.
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
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
1.35g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.