Lebanese Style Falafel
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Lebanese Style Falafel by Al'Fez scores 9/10 for Energy based on good carb content for sustained energy.
Lebanese Style Falafel by Al'Fez provides 339 calories, 18.3g protein, 3.5g fat, and 63.9g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 5.4g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Brain Health, Energy, Kids / Growing health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 18.3g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.6g per 100g), which is beneficial for cardiovascular health.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sodium content (1520mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
Deep Analysis
Lebanese Style Falafel by Al'Fez is calorie-dense at 339 kcal per 100g — 94% above the plant based meat category average of 174.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 339 kcal per 100g (category avg: 174)
- •Protein: 18.3g per 100g (category avg: 14.8g)
- •Sugars: 3.5g per 100g (category avg: 3.1g)
- •Fiber: 0.6g per 100g (category avg: 3.7g)
- •Saturated fat: 0.6g per 100g
- •Sodium: 1520mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sodium at 1520mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 3040mg — roughly 132% of the daily limit.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Lebanese Style Falafel doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for higher-fiber choices for better digestive health, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the plant based meat category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Chickpea Flour (54%), Breadcrumbs [Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Salt, Yeast], Seasoning (15%) Wheat Flour, Sodium Bicarbonate, Spices (Cumin, Cayenne, Black Pepper, Coriander, Fenugreek, Turmeric, Ginger, Cardamom), Onion, Rusk (Wheat), Garlic, Salt, Natural Flavourings, Rice flour, Colour:Curcumin, Yeast Extract Powder], Onion, Parsley (1%).