Stuffed Quail Breast
Stuffed Quail Breast is a gourmet dish where delicate, boneless quail breasts are filled with savory ingredients like herbs, mushrooms, or cheese, then pan-seared or roasted. It is a refined appetizer or main course often found in French, Italian, and other European cuisines, as well as in modern fine dining.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and relatively low in carbohydrates, with the fat content depending on the stuffing and cooking method. A typical serving provides a good source of B vitamins, iron, and selenium.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 26 g |
| Carbs | 3 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Selenium | 18 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Zinc | 2 mg |
| Potassium | 250 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg |
Per 2 stuffed quail breasts (approx. 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Quail meat is considered a delicacy in many cultures and is prized for its rich, slightly gamy flavor. Nutritionally, it offers a higher protein-to-fat ratio than chicken, making it a lean yet flavorful option.
