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12 Beef Meatballs
British beef meatballs seasoned with black pepper and herbs
12 Beef Meatballs by Ashfields provides 260 kcal per 100 g, with 0.3 g of sugars and 18.5 g of protein. That is 79% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Meat balls category and comes in a 340g pack. Contains: sulphur dioxide and sulphites, metabisulphite.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 3 meatballs (61 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 260 kcal | 159 kcal | 216 +20% | |
| Total fat | 19 g | 11.6 g | 15% | 14.8 +28% |
| Saturated fat | 9 g | 5.5 g | 28% | 5.8 +55% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.4 g | 2.1 g | 1% | 6.7 −49% |
| Total sugars | 0.3 g | 0.2 g | 1.4 −79% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.7 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.3 g | 0.2 g | 1% | 1.2 −76% |
| Protein | 18.5 g | 11.3 g | 23% | 13.7 +35% |
| Salt | 10 g | 6.1 g | 1.5 +557% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 243 Meat balls products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other meat balls
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
British Beef 90%, Water, Potato Powder, Rice Flour, Coriander, Sea Salt, Black Pepper, Parsley, Preservative (Sodium _Metabisulphite_), Salt, Dextrose.
- Allergens
- Sulphur dioxide and sulphitesMetabisulphite
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 340g
- Serving size
- 3 meatballs (61 g)
- Labels & certifications
- Assured Food Standards
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 4088600170664
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 12 Beef Meatballs?
12 Beef Meatballs contains 260 kcal per 100 g and about 159 kcal per serving (3 meatballs (61 g)).
How much sugar is in 12 Beef Meatballs?
12 Beef Meatballs has 0.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is 12 Beef Meatballs healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is 12 Beef Meatballs vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does 12 Beef Meatballs contain?
According to the label data it contains: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites, Metabisulphite. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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