Veal Tongue with Garlic & Lemon
Boiled veal tongue is one of the tastiest and most tender cuts in Eastern and European cooking, with velvety muscle fibres that melt in the mouth and a rich, milky flavour. Its glycemic index does not apply because it contains no carbohydrate, and it is a nutritional treasure of iron and B vitamins.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Slice it and eat it with a garlic, lemon and olive oil sauce and a sprinkle of parsley, alongside a refreshing green salad.
Best preparation methods
Simmer the tongue with aromatic spices until fully cooked, then peel off the outer white skin while it is still warm, leaving clean, tender, lean meat.
Important Nutritional Note
Highly concentrated in zinc, iron, vitamin B12 and choline; excellent for supporting the nervous system, building up the blood and treating anaemia.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (150 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 225 kcal | 337.5 kcal |
| Protein | 24 g | 36 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 1.2 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 1.2 g |
| Fat | 14 g | 21 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 225 kcal per 100 g, ranking 31 of 45 in Arabic dishes (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is veal tongue suitable for people with diabetes and on a diet?
Absolutely: pure, starch-free muscle protein that does not raise insulin and keeps you full for a long time.
How many calories and how much protein are in 150 g of boiled veal tongue?
The portion contains about 340 kcal, 36 g of well-absorbed protein and 21 g of fat, with zero sugars.
Is tongue meat very fatty?
It contains a moderate amount of fat spread through the fibres, which makes it tender, and much less fat than minced lamb.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.