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Walnut-free pepper and tomato spread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Acuka without walnuts (30 g) has 74 calories. That works out to 245 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.3 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 5.7 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 126 µg of Vitamin A covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
74
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
4.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.4g
· 3% DV
Fat
5.7g
· 7% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 23% · Protein 8% · Fat 69%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 74 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.7 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.81 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 37 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 8 g | 20 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 98 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 45 g | 110 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 184 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 245 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 294 kcal |
Calculated from 245 calories per 100 g.
Acuka without walnuts is a Turkish pepper-and-tomato spread seasoned with ingredients such as garlic and spices, but made without walnuts. It is served as a dip, a meze, or a spread for bread.
Spread acuka without walnuts on bread, toast, or flatbread, or serve it as a dip with raw vegetables. It also works alongside grilled foods; use a small amount first because its pepper-and-spice flavor can be intense.
To make acuka without walnuts, mix pepper paste and tomato paste with garlic, oil, and seasonings such as cumin or paprika. Recipes vary, but leave out the walnuts and adjust the oil until the spread reaches the consistency you like.
They are related pepper spreads, but they are not always the same dish. Muhammara commonly includes walnuts and breadcrumbs, while acuka often gets its character from pepper paste and seasonings; acuka without walnuts leaves out the nuts.
Acuka without walnuts can be mildly spicy or quite hot, depending on the pepper paste and chili used. The walnut-free label describes the ingredients, not the heat level, so taste a little before adding it generously to a meal.
You do not need a nut substitute to make acuka without walnuts; the pepper-and-tomato mixture works on its own. Some recipes use breadcrumbs for body, while seeds can add texture, but they change the flavor and may introduce other allergens.
Keep opened acuka without walnuts refrigerated in a tightly closed container and use a clean utensil each time. Follow the package’s storage and use-by instructions for a commercial product; homemade acuka is best used promptly.
Yes, acuka without walnuts can be frozen in a sealed container or small portions. Its oil may separate and its texture may change after thawing, so defrost it in the refrigerator and stir well before serving.
Serve acuka without walnuts with bread, crackers, or sliced vegetables, or add a spoonful beside grilled vegetables or meat. For a Turkish-style meze spread, pair it with other small dishes rather than treating it as a sauce for everything.
It can contain sesame, and some versions use tahini or sesame as an ingredient; the recipe is not guaranteed to be sesame-free just because it contains no walnuts. If sesame is a concern, check the specific product’s ingredients and allergen information.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
126µg · 14% DV
Vitamin E
1.02mg · 7% DV
Vitamin C
5.4mg · 6% DV
Vitamin K
5.4µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Sodium
234mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.13mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
26mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
123mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 74 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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Acuka without walnuts is a Turkish pepper-and-tomato spread made with seasonings and oil; as the name suggests, this version leaves out the walnuts sometimes used in acuka. Recipes vary, and some include sesame. It has a thick, savoury texture, with warmth from the pepper and a flavour that can range from gently tangy to quite spicy.
In Turkey, it is commonly spread on bread at breakfast, served with tea, or offered as part of a meze table. Elsewhere, it works well as a sandwich spread or a dip with crisp vegetables. It is relatively high in fat and provides some fibre, so a modest spoonful adds plenty of flavour; pair it with fresh vegetables or wholegrain bread for a more balanced snack.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.81g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.56g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.