Calorie guide · Turkish
Stuffed pepperscalories and macros
One serving of Stuffed peppers has about 380 kcal, with 18 g protein, 40 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat. That is roughly 19% of calories from protein, 43% from carbs and 38% from fat.
Where the calories come from
- Protein18 g19%
- Carbs40 g43%
- Fat16 g38%
Biber dolması is a Turkish home dish of bell peppers filled with 80 g of minced beef, 30 g of rice, onion and herbs, then simmered in tomato sauce with olive oil. A serving is roughly 380 kcal with 18 g of protein and 16 g of fat, and about 42% of the calories come from its 40 g of carbohydrates.
Nutrition per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 serving (~400 g) | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 95 kcal | 380 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 18 g | 19% |
| Carbs | 10 g | 40 g | 43% |
| Fat | 4 g | 16 g | 38% |
How many calories in 100 g of Stuffed peppers?
A typical serving of Stuffed peppers weighs about 400 g, so 100 g has about 95 kcal, 4.5 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.
Calories for your portion
Calories by amount
| Amount | Weight | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ serving | 200 g | 190 | 9 g | 20 g | 8 g |
| 1 serving | 400 g | 380 | 18 g | 40 g | 16 g |
| 1½ servings | 600 g | 570 | 27 g | 60 g | 24 g |
| 2 servings | 800 g | 760 | 36 g | 80 g | 32 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 95 | 4.5 g | 10 g | 4 g |
| 200 g | 200 g | 190 | 9 g | 20 g | 8 g |
Vitamins and minerals in Stuffed peppers
Per serving, with the share of the daily value (DV) used on US nutrition labels.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Sugars | 10 g | – |
| Saturated fat | 5.5 g | 28% |
| Sodium | 480 mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 820 mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 105 mg | 117% |
| Vitamin A | 70 µg | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2 µg | 83% |
Allergens in Stuffed peppers
A typical recipe of Stuffed peppers contains none of the 14 main allergens. Sauces and kitchens differ, so check the label or ask if you have an allergy.
Which diets does Stuffed peppers fit?
Based on the ingredients of a typical serving. Recipes vary, so check labels if you have an allergy or follow a diet strictly.
How long would you walk to burn a serving of Stuffed peppers?
For a 70 kg adult, the 380 kcal in one serving is about 89 minutes of comfortable walking or 65 minutes of brisk walking. This is only a rough perspective: food is not something you have to earn or burn off, and the numbers change with body size.
| Comfortable walk (about 4 km/h) | 89 min |
| Brisk walk (about 5.5 km/h) | 65 min |
Work it out for your own weight and activity with the calories burned calculator.
What's in a typical serving
Peppers filled with minced beef, rice and herbs, simmered in tomato sauce, a balanced home-cooked meal.
- 80g Minced Beef
- 30g Rice
- Bell Peppers
- Tomato, Onion, Olive Oil
How to make it
- Cut the tops off 2 to 3 bell peppers and remove the seeds.
- Mix 80 g of minced beef with 30 g of rinsed rice, a finely chopped onion, half a grated tomato, salt, pepper and herbs.
- Fill the peppers loosely, leaving room for the rice to swell, and replace the tops.
- Stand them in a small pot and pour over the rest of the grated tomato, a little olive oil and about 200 ml of water.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 40 to 45 minutes until the rice is soft and the meat is cooked through.
- Rest for 5 minutes and serve with the pan sauce.
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How to make it lighter
- Use lean minced beef and replace part of the rice with bulgur or finely chopped vegetables.
- Measure the olive oil in the filling and the cooking liquid.
- Serve the peppers with plain yogurt for extra protein instead of extra bread.
Lighter alternatives
More Turkish dishes
Work out your own daily calorie target with the calorie calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Stuffed peppers?
A typical serving of Stuffed peppers has about 380 kcal. The exact number depends on the recipe, the amount of oil or butter and the portion size.
How many calories are in 100 g of Stuffed peppers?
About 95 kcal. That is based on a typical serving of about 400 g with 380 kcal; the real figure changes with the recipe and how much oil is used.
Is Stuffed peppers high in protein?
It is moderate. One serving has about 18 g of protein (19% of its calories); pair it with a protein side if you are aiming for a high-protein meal.
Can I eat Stuffed peppers while losing weight?
Yes, if it fits your daily calorie target. Weight loss depends on your total intake over time, not on a single dish; portion size and added fats make the biggest difference.
How long do you have to walk to burn off Stuffed peppers?
Roughly 89 minutes of comfortable walking for a 70 kg adult, or about 65 minutes at a brisk pace. Treat it as a perspective only; it depends on body size and you do not need to 'burn off' food.
Is Stuffed peppers vegetarian?
No. A typical serving of Stuffed peppers contains meat or fish.
Is Stuffed peppers gluten-free?
A typical serving is made without gluten-containing ingredients. If you have coeliac disease, check every label for cross-contamination.
How can I make Stuffed peppers lighter?
Use lean minced beef and replace part of the rice with bulgur or finely chopped vegetables. Measure the olive oil in the filling and the cooking liquid. Serve the peppers with plain yogurt for extra protein instead of extra bread.
How we calculated these values
- Calories and macros are Sporty catalog estimates for one typical serving, calculated from USDA FoodData Central values for the listed ingredient amounts.
- The serving weight (400 g) is estimated from those ingredients; the per-100 g values and the portion calculator are worked out from it.
- Walking times use the Compendium of Physical Activities: 3.5 MET for comfortable and 4.8 MET for brisk walking, for a 70 kg adult (kcal per minute = MET × 3.5 × kg ÷ 200).
- Vitamins, minerals and allergens are estimated from the same ingredients with USDA FoodData Central values; % DV uses the US FDA daily values.
- Diet labels come from the ingredients. Real values change with the recipe, the amount of oil and the portion, so treat every number as an estimate.