Icelandic Lamb Shank with Potatoes and Rye Bread calories & nutrition


Icelandic Lamb Shank with Potatoes and Rye Bread contains 1022 calories per serving (51% of a 2,000 kcal daily diet), with 50g fat, 77g carbs, and 66g protein. This nutrition data is based on real meals tracked by Arise app users.

Based on real meals tracked with Arise — the AI calorie counter
Per serving
1022 kcal
Fat 50.3 g · Carb 77 g · Protein 66 g
Per 100 g
165 kcal
Fat 8.1 g · Carb 12.4 g · Protein 10.6 g
Total dish
1022 kcal
Weight 620 g


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What's in Icelandic Lamb Shank with Potatoes and Rye Bread?


Ingredient Amount kcal Fat Carb Protein
Lamb shank 250 g 525 33 0 57
Boiled potatoes 150 g 130 0.2 30 3
Brown gravy 100 ml 120 8 10 2
Rye bread (Rúgbrauð) 60 g 150 1 32 3
Butter (Smjör) 10 g 72 8 0 0
Carrots and rutabaga 50 g 25 0.1 5 1


Macronutrients (Fat, Carbs, Protein) are shown in grams (g).



Ingredient links

Lamb shank · Boiled potatoes · Brown gravy · Rye bread (Rúgbrauð) · Butter (Smjör) · Carrots and rutabaga



How does Icelandic Lamb Shank with Potatoes and Rye Bread compare to similar dishes?


Dish Weight kcal Protein vs. this dish
Icelandic Boiled Fish with Potatoes and Rye Bread 560g 783 58g -239 kcal, less protein
Icelandic bread with cheese and lifrarpylsa 180g 573 24g -449 kcal, less protein
Icelandic Breakfast Plate 200g 638 30g -384 kcal, less protein
Icelandic breakfast plate with bread, cheese, egg and lifrarpylsa 235g 622 33g -400 kcal, less protein


Frequently Asked Questions


Is Icelandic Lamb Shank with Potatoes and Rye Bread healthy?

In moderation. Icelandic Lamb Shank with Potatoes and Rye Bread is calorie-dense at 165 kcal/100 g. With 66g protein and 77g carbs, it provides good nutrition but watch portion sizes.

Is Icelandic Lamb Shank with Potatoes and Rye Bread good for weight loss?

At 1022 calories per serving, Icelandic Lamb Shank with Potatoes and Rye Bread is calorie-dense. It can fit a weight loss diet if portions are adjusted or paired with lighter options throughout the day.

How much protein is in Icelandic Lamb Shank with Potatoes and Rye Bread?

One serving contains 66g of protein, which is about 66% of the recommended daily protein intake.

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What are the nutrition facts for Icelandic Lamb Shank with Potatoes and Rye Bread?

  • Macro split: fat 44%, carbs 30%, protein 26%
  • Energy density: 165 kcal/100 g (medium)
  • Top calorie contributors: Lamb shank, Rye bread (Rúgbrauð), Boiled potatoes


How long does it take to burn off Icelandic Lamb Shank with Potatoes and Rye Bread?

  • Jogging: ~117 min
  • Cycling: ~135 min
  • Walking: ~250 min

* Assumes a 70 kg person, moderate pace.



How much of your daily intake is Icelandic Lamb Shank with Potatoes and Rye Bread?

  • kcal: 51% of daily intake
  • Fat: 72% of daily intake
  • Carb: 39% of daily intake
  • Protein: 66% of daily intake

* Reference intake: 2000 kcal, fat 70 g, carbs 200 g, protein 100 g.

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