How healthy is lahmacun?
Is lahmacun healthy? Yes, in moderate portions. Lahmacun scores 26/100 on the HowHealthyIs Score: 100 g provides 229 kcal, 9 g protein and 2.6 mg iron. Lahmacun is a thin flatbread topped with minced meat, tomato and herbs: lighter than most pizzas, with a fair amount of protein, but mostly refined flour. Source: standard recipe, USDA FoodData Central ingredients.
Score explained
The score compares nutrient density per 100 kcal across every food we cover (NRF9.3 method). Lahmacun ranks higher than 26% of them.
Counts in favor (% daily value per 100 kcal)
- Protein8%
- Iron6%
- Vitamin C6%
- Fiber3%
- Potassium2%
- Magnesium2%
- Vitamin E2%
- Vitamin A1%
- Calcium1%
Counts against
- Saturated fat5%
- Added sugars0%
- Sodium7%
Raw NRF9.3: 31 minus 12 = 18. The score is not a verdict on whether to eat a food; portion, the whole meal and your own health matter more. Full methodology
How many calories are in lahmacun?
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per portion | %DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy and macronutrients | |||
| Calories | 229 kcal | 378 kcal | |
| Protein | 9 g | 15 g | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 30 g | 50 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Sugars | 1.4 g | 2.3 g | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Fat | 7.8 g | 13 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 2.4 g | 4 g | 20% |
| Omega-3 fats | <0.1 g | <0.1 g | |
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 30 µg | 49 µg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg | 20 mg | 22% |
| Vitamin D | <0.1 µg | <0.1 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.7 mg | 1.1 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 53 µg | 88 µg | 73% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.6 µg | 1 µg | 40% |
| Folate | 117 µg | 193 µg | 48% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 21 mg | 35 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 4.4 mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 220 mg | 362 mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 19 mg | 31 mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg | 2.5 mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 377 mg | 622 mg | 27% |
Estimated from the standard recipe below, using USDA FoodData Central values for each ingredient. Values rounded.
What is in a standard lahmacun?
We estimate lahmacun from this standard recipe (one serving, about 165 g cooked), using USDA values for each ingredient. Home and restaurant versions vary.
Why is lahmacun good for you?
- 88 µg vitamin K in 1 lahmacun, 73% of the daily value. Vitamin K contributes to normal blood clotting.
- 193 µg folate in 1 lahmacun, 48% of the daily value. Folate contributes to normal blood formation.
- 1 µg vitamin B12 in 1 lahmacun, 40% of the daily value. Vitamin B12 contributes to the normal formation of red blood cells.
Good ways to use it
- Rolling up with plenty of parsley, onion and lemon
- Pairing with ayran and a salad
What should you watch out for?
- Usually eaten two or three at a time; each adds refined carbs and salt.
Which dishes score higher?
Other dishes with more nutrition per calorie. Variety matters more than picking one winner.