Calories in Swedish Meatballs
Swedish Meatballs has about 425 calories per 1 plate (meatballs in cream sauce) (250 g), or 170 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 31.3 g protein, 15.8 g carbs and 25.8 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Swedish meatballs with cream or white sauce). Source: USDA FDC #2706384
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 plate (meatballs in cream sauce) (250 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 170 kcal | 425 kcal |
| Protein | 12.5 g | 31.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 6.3 g | 15.8 g |
| Fat | 10.3 g | 25.8 g |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 2.5 g | 6.3 g |
| Sodium | 537 mg | 1343 mg |
About Swedish Meatballs
Small beef and pork meatballs in a creamy gravy, traditionally served with lingonberry jam and potatoes. A plate of meatballs and sauce is about 425 kcal with 31.2 g protein.
Tip: Mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam add 200+ kcal to the plate. The cream sauce is the richest part.
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Common questions
How many calories are in Swedish meatballs?+
About 425 kcal per 1 plate (meatballs in cream sauce) (250 g), or 170 kcal per 100 g.
Are Swedish meatballs high in protein?+
Yes — 1 plate (meatballs in cream sauce) gives about 31.2 g protein for 425 kcal, which is 29% of its calories from protein.
Are Swedish meatballs good for weight loss?+
Swedish meatballs are moderate in calories (170 kcal per 100 g). It can fit a weight-loss diet in a normal portion — the key is keeping the serving to around 250 g and watching what you eat alongside it.
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