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Plant-protein based, spicy grilled-style kebab alternative
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Vegetarian Adana kebab (120 g) has 222 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.2 g of carbs, 17.4 g of protein, 12.6 g of fat and 5 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
222
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
10.2g
· 4% DV
Protein
17.4g
· 35% DV
Fat
12.6g
· 16% DV
Fiber
5g
· 18% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 18% · Protein 31% · Fat 51%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 222 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.6 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 1.68 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 624 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.2 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 5 g | 18% |
| Protein | 17.4 g | 35% |
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 piece (medium) | 120 g | 222 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 148 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 259 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 278 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 170 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 407 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
Vegetarian Adana kebab is typically made with plant protein, such as soy protein or wheat gluten, mixed with spices and a binder. Recipes vary, but onion, pepper paste, and chilli are common additions that give it a kebab-style flavour.
A wet mixture or a loosely shaped kebab can slide off the skewer. Drain excess moisture, use a suitable binder if needed, and press the mixture firmly and evenly around the skewer before grilling.
Vegetarian Adana kebab is usually spicy because it is seasoned with chilli flakes or hot pepper paste. The heat varies by recipe, so reduce those ingredients when making it at home or serve chilli separately for people who want more heat.
Vegetarian Adana kebab is generally made with hotter chilli seasoning, while Vegetarian Urfa kebab is usually milder. The main distinction is the seasoning rather than a fixed plant-based ingredient; recipes and ready-made versions can vary.
Shape Vegetarian Adana kebab firmly around a skewer and grill it over steady heat, turning it carefully once it holds its shape. Avoid moving it too early, since plant-based mixtures may be more delicate than minced meat.
Serve Vegetarian Adana kebab with flatbread, grilled tomatoes and peppers, and a fresh onion-and-parsley salad. Rice or bulgur and a cooling yoghurt sauce also work well alongside its chilli seasoning.
Yes, Vegetarian Adana kebab can be cooked in an air fryer if it fits securely without being crowded. Turn it carefully partway through cooking and check that the centre is hot; the cooking time varies with the kebab's size and the appliance.
Yes, you can make Vegetarian Adana kebab with another plant-protein base, such as lentils or beans, and a suitable binder. Its texture will differ from versions made with soy or wheat gluten, so adjust the moisture until the mixture holds together.
Yes, Vegetarian Adana kebab can be frozen either before or after cooking. Separate the pieces so they do not stick together, store them in an airtight container, and cook raw kebabs after thawing or reheat cooked ones until hot throughout.
Refrigerate leftover Vegetarian Adana kebab in a covered container promptly rather than leaving it out. Reheat it until hot throughout, and discard it if its smell or appearance has changed.
Vitamins
B3
2.88mg · 18% DV
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.26mg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
198mg · 28% DV
Sodium
624mg · 27% DV
Manganese
0.58mg · 25% DV
Potassium ⭐
372mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 222 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Vegetarian Adana kebab is a meat-free take on Adana kebab, the chilli-spiced skewer associated with Adana in southern Turkey. It uses plant protein in place of minced meat, seasoned and shaped for grilling. The spices give it the characteristic savoury heat, while the texture is designed to hold together like a kebab rather than a loose vegetable mixture.
In Turkey, it is commonly served with flatbread, grilled tomatoes and peppers, and onion salad; a fresh salad makes an easy accompaniment elsewhere too. It offers plant-based protein and fibre, with 14.5 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, add plenty of salad and keep the bread and rich sauces modest.
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.
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
✓ 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
1.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.32g
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.