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How Many Calories in Swedish Meatballs?

Swedish Meatballs contains 195 kcal per 100g, with 15.0g of protein, 8.0g of carbohydrates, and 12.0g of fat. It is high in protein.

  • Contains: Dairy, Eggs, Gluten
  • Key Micronutrients (per 100g): Iron 1.50mg, Calcium 10.0mg, Vitamin C 0.5mg
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Nutritional Overview

Swedish Meatballs is a protein-rich food commonly used in main meals across many cuisines. Per 100g serving, it provides 195 kcal of energy, 15.0g of protein, 8.0g of carbohydrates, and 12.0g of fat.

It is a good source of protein, providing 15.0g per 100g (around 31% of its energy), approximately 30% of the UK Reference Nutrient Intake of 50g per day. Under UK/EU nutrition-claim rules, that meets the "high protein" threshold of at least 20% of energy from protein. Protein plays a key role in muscle repair, immune function, and keeping you feeling full for longer.

With only 1.5g of sugar per 100g, it meets the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold. This makes it a suitable choice for those reducing their sugar intake as part of a balanced diet. Once Swedish Meatballs's real 195 kcal per 100g is logged, our food calorie estimator handles the running total automatically.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Swedish Meatballs?

Swedish Meatballs contains 195 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 10% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult.

Is Swedish Meatballs high in protein?

Yes, Swedish Meatballs provides 15.0g of protein per 100g (around 31% of its energy), meeting the UK/EU "high protein" nutrition-claim threshold of at least 20% of energy from protein. The UK Reference Nutrient Intake for protein is around 50g per day for adults. A 100g serving of Swedish Meatballs provides 30% of this.

Is Swedish Meatballs low in sugar?

Yes, Swedish Meatballs has only 1.5g of sugar per 100g, meeting the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold.

Does Swedish Meatballs contain any allergens?

Yes, Swedish Meatballs contains the following allergens: dairy, eggs, gluten. Under UK food labelling regulations, these must be clearly declared. Always check the product label if you have food allergies or intolerances.

Sources & References

  1. British Nutrition Foundation — UK nutrition science and education
  2. McCance & Widdowson's Composition of Foods — UK food composition tables
  3. USDA FoodData Central — US Department of Agriculture food composition database
  4. NHS Eat Well — UK National Health Service dietary guidance
  5. Food Standards Agency (FSA) — UK food labelling regulations and traffic-light nutrition guidelines

Nutritional values are per 100g unless otherwise stated and are provided for general information only. Not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice. If you have a health condition, allergy, or are pregnant, consult a qualified healthcare professional. Values may vary depending on brand, preparation method, and serving size.

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