Mezze platter
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 185 kcal |
| Protein | 6.5 g |
| Fat | 10.5 g |
| Carbs | 18.0 g |
A mezze platter is a spread of small dishes served together, common across Middle Eastern, Eastern Mediterranean and North African cuisines, typically featuring items such as hummus, olives, flatbread, pickled vegetables, falafel and dips like baba ganoush. It is usually shared at the table as a starter or light meal. Per 100 g, a mezze platter provides 185 kcal, 6.5 g of protein, 10.5 g of fat, 18 g of carbohydrates and 3.5 g of dietary fibre, with 3 g of sugars. Notable micronutrients include 420 mg of sodium, 220 mg of potassium, 80 mg of calcium, 45 mcg of vitamin A and 8 mg of vitamin C per 100 g. No glycemic index value is available for this composite dish. Suitable for vegetarian, pescatarian and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in a mezze platter?
A mezze platter contains around 185 kcal per 100 g. Because the platter is a mix of multiple components, the total calorie count for a full serving depends heavily on portion sizes and which items are included.
Is a mezze platter healthy?
Per 100 g, a mezze platter provides a moderate calorie count of 185 kcal with a reasonable balance of 6.5 g protein, 10.5 g fat and 3.5 g fibre. It is worth noting the sodium content is relatively high at 420 mg per 100 g, largely due to olives, pickles and seasoned dips commonly included in the spread.
Is a mezze platter vegetarian-friendly?
Yes, a mezze platter is well suited to a vegetarian diet, as most traditional components — hummus, flatbread, olives, tabbouleh and vegetable dips — are plant-based or dairy-based. It also fits pescatarian and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
Diets
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 185 kcal |
| Protein | 6.5 g |
| Fat | 10.5 g |
| Carbs | 18.0 g |
| Sugars | 3.0 g |
| Fiber | 3.5 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 2.5 g |
| Monounsaturated | 5.5 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 2.0 g |
| Cholesterol | 15.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 80.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Potassium | 220 mg |
| Sodium | 420 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 45.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 8.0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.20 mcg |