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Source of protein and fiber
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Yellow Meat Soup (250 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 67 calories per 100 g. It contains 16 g of carbs, 12.8 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 32 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
168
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
16g
· 6% DV
Protein
12.8g
· 26% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 30% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 168 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.95 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 613 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Protein | 12.8 g | 26% |
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 cup (medium) | 250 g | 168 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 67 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 121 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 134 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 201 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 450 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 335 kcal |
Calculated from 67 calories per 100 g.
Yellow Meat Soup is made by simmering meat until tender, then cooking it with the other ingredients called for in the recipe. Add grains or legumes according to the version you are making, since there is no single standardized recipe.
Yellow Meat Soup gets its color from the ingredients used in that particular recipe, which may include a yellow spice such as turmeric or yellow vegetables. The name does not mean every version uses the same coloring ingredient.
Yellow Meat Soup refers to a Turkish-style dish, but the name alone does not identify one universally fixed regional recipe. Ingredients and preparation can differ between local and household versions.
Beef or lamb both work well in Yellow Meat Soup. Choose a cut suited to slow cooking and cut it into evenly sized pieces so it becomes tender at a similar rate.
Yes, chicken can be used in Yellow Meat Soup, though it gives the broth a milder flavor and needs less cooking than beef or lamb. Add it according to its cooking time so it does not dry out.
For tender meat in Yellow Meat Soup, simmer it gently until nearly tender before adding ingredients that cook quickly. A pressure cooker can speed up the process; avoid boiling the meat hard, which can make it tough.
Serve Yellow Meat Soup with bread or a simple salad. If the soup contains grains or legumes and is already substantial, a light side is usually a better match than another heavy dish.
To thicken Yellow Meat Soup, let it simmer uncovered so some liquid evaporates, or mash a portion of its cooked grains or vegetables into the broth. Avoid adding flour unless the recipe calls for it, as it can change the soup's character.
Yes, Yellow Meat Soup can be frozen once cooled. Portion it into airtight containers, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it thoroughly; grains and potatoes may become softer after freezing.
Keep Yellow Meat Soup in a covered container in the refrigerator and use it within a few days. Cool leftovers promptly, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat rather than repeatedly warming the whole batch.
Vitamins
B12
0.8µg · 33% DV
B3
3.63mg · 23% DV
B6
0.3mg · 18% DV
Folate
60µg · 15% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
190mg · 27% DV
Sodium
613mg · 27% DV
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
450mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Yellow Meat Soup is a Turkish-style soup of meat simmered in a golden broth; the exact ingredients vary between regional and family recipes. Its colour may come from seasoning or other ingredients, and some versions include vegetables or grains. Served hot, it makes a warming first course or a light meal, especially in cooler weather. For readers outside Turkey, it fits easily into a lunch or supper alongside bread or a crisp salad. It provides protein and some fibre, with 5.1 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter serving, keep rich toppings modest and pair it with salad rather than a heavier side.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.95g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.95g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.