How Many Calories in Balaleet?
About 450 kcal for 1 plate with omelette. Here's how it fits into your day, and how to make it lighter without giving it up.
How it fits your day
| A 1,500 kcal day (typical fat loss, women) | 30% |
| A 2,000 kcal day | 22% |
| A 2,500 kcal day (typical fat loss, men) | 18% |
The lighter swap
Have half the vermicelli with two eggs on top for a more balanced breakfast.
Coach's take
A fairly balanced mix of protein, carbs and fat. Portion size is what makes the difference here.
Questions we get asked
How many calories are in Balaleet?
About 450 kcal for 1 plate with omelette, with 12g protein, 65g carbs and 16g fat. Values vary between restaurants.
Can I eat Balaleet and still lose weight?
Yes. Fat loss depends on your total calories across the day, not one food. Balaleet is about 22% of a 2,000 kcal day. Have half the vermicelli with two eggs on top for a more balanced breakfast.
How long does it take to burn off Balaleet?
About 90 minutes of brisk walking for a 75 kg adult. It's easier to adjust the portion than to try to burn it off, which is why we build favourite foods into our clients' plans.
Want a meal plan that still includes Balaleet?
Tell us where to send it. Tarek & Chloe will build you a sample day around your favourite Dubai foods, so you can lose fat without giving them up.
Values are estimates for a typical Dubai restaurant portion, based on published nutrition data and standard recipes. Portions and recipes vary between restaurants.
Lose fat without giving up Balaleet
Our clients still eat shawarma and drink karak. We just build it into the plan.
See Online CoachingTrain In Person