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Rich in protein and fiber, balanced with vegetables
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Vegetable ground beef sauté (180 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.4 g of carbs, 18.9 g of protein, 11.7 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 1.6 µg of B12 covers 68% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
216
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
9.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
18.9g
· 38% DV
Fat
11.7g
· 15% 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 17% · Protein 35% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 216 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.7 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 4.14 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% |
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 | 216 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 300 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Brown the ground beef in a hot skillet, breaking it into small pieces, then add diced onion and peppers. Stir in tomatoes toward the end and cook until the beef is fully done and the vegetables are tender but not mushy.
Onion, bell peppers, and tomatoes are classic choices for vegetable ground beef sauté. Mushrooms, zucchini, or carrots also work; add firmer vegetables earlier and quick-cooking ones later so they keep some texture.
Use a wide, hot skillet and avoid crowding it, since packed vegetables release steam instead of browning. Add tomatoes later, leave the pan uncovered, and let excess liquid cook off before serving.
Black pepper, garlic, paprika, and oregano give vegetable ground beef sauté a savory, familiar flavor. Cumin or chili flakes can add warmth. Season in stages, especially if your tomatoes or any added stock are already salty.
Drain excess fat if the ground beef leaves a noticeable pool in the skillet; otherwise it can make the vegetables greasy. Leaner ground beef usually needs no draining, and a little remaining fat helps carry the dish’s flavors.
Yes, vegetable ground beef sauté works without tomatoes. Add extra peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini instead, and cook them until tender. A small splash of broth can keep the mixture moist, but let it reduce so the finished dish is not soupy.
Serve vegetable ground beef sauté over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes, or spoon it into a baked potato or warm tortilla. For a lighter plate, pair it with a green salad; the savory pan juices also go well with crusty bread.
Yes, frozen vegetables can go into vegetable ground beef sauté without thawing first. Add them after browning the beef, cook uncovered, and allow the extra moisture to evaporate before adding tomatoes or finishing the seasoning.
Yes, vegetable ground beef sauté freezes well. Cool it promptly, portion it into airtight freezer-safe containers, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating. Heat it thoroughly in a skillet or microwave, stirring so it warms evenly.
Leftover vegetable ground beef sauté keeps for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly rather than leaving it out, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat until it is steaming hot throughout.
Vitamins
B12
1.62µg · 68% DV
B3
3.78mg · 24% DV
B6
0.32mg · 19% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Zinc
3.78mg · 34% DV
Phosphorus
198mg · 28% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Sodium
378mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
468mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 216 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.
Vegetable ground beef sauté is a Turkish-style home-cooked dish of browned ground beef cooked with vegetables such as onion, peppers and tomato. The ingredients are usually sautéed together until tender, making a straightforward one-pan meal; the exact mix varies from kitchen to kitchen.
It is savoury and gently sweet from the vegetables, with a moist, chunky texture. In Turkey, it is commonly served as a main dish with rice, bulgur or bread, often alongside yoghurt or a simple salad. The beef provides protein, while the vegetables add fibre. For a lighter version, use a modest amount of oil and increase the vegetables; it also works well spooned into wraps or over grains.
Medium
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.9:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.