Stuffing mix

Stuffing mix is a versatile, typically bread-based dish designed to be rehydrated and cooked, often as a side or filling for poultry like turkey. It commonly features dried bread cubes or crumbs blended with a mix of herbs such as sage, thyme, and rosemary, along with dehydrated vegetables like onions and celery. While its origins are tied to traditional American holiday meals, pre-packaged mixes are now a global convenience staple.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Stuffing mix is generally high in carbohydrates, providing a significant source of energy, with moderate fat content depending on preparation. It is a good source of dietary fiber and offers key minerals like iron and selenium, with a typical prepared serving containing roughly 150-200 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	28 g
Fat	6 g
Fiber	2.5 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	480 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Selenium	12 mcg
Folate	60 mcg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	2.5 mg
Potassium	110 mg
Phosphorus	75 mg
Manganese	0.4 mg

Per 1 cup prepared (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, stuffing mix is a cornerstone of the American Thanksgiving dinner, symbolizing comfort and tradition. Nutritionally, its unique feature is that it's a shelf-stable product that transforms into a fresh-tasting dish, often fortified with B vitamins like folate.