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Atom cacık Calories
Yogurt-based Turkish meze with garlic and hot pepper; provides protein and calcium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Atom cacık (120 g) has 118 calories. That works out to 98 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.8 g of carbs, 5.5 g of protein, 7.4 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Atom cacık Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
118
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
5.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
5.5g
· 11% DV
Fat
7.4g
· 9% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 21% · Protein 20% · Fat 59%
Atom cacık nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 118 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.4 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.08 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 348 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Atom cacık?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 20 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 29 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (medium) | 60 g | 59 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 200 g | 196 kcal |
Calculated from 98 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Atom cacık
What is Atom cacık?
Atom cacık is a Turkish yogurt meze made with garlic and topped with hot pepper heated in oil. Unlike a thin, cucumber-based yogurt dish, it is usually thick, served cold, and known for its spicy topping.
How do you make Atom cacık?
Atom cacık is made by mixing garlic into thick yogurt and spooning over hot pepper briefly warmed in butter or olive oil. Let the pepper oil cool slightly before adding it, so the yogurt stays thick rather than loosening from the heat.
Is Atom cacık the same as regular cacık?
No, Atom cacık is typically thicker and spicier than regular cacık. Regular cacık commonly includes cucumber and may be loosened with water, while Atom cacık centers on garlic yogurt finished with hot pepper in oil.
Why is it called Atom cacık?
Atom cacık is commonly associated with its fiery pepper topping, which gives the meze its memorable name. There is no single widely established explanation for the name, and recipes vary in how much heat they bring.
Is Atom cacık served hot or cold?
Atom cacık is served cold, even though its pepper topping is heated in oil. The warm topping is spooned over chilled garlic yogurt shortly before serving, creating a contrast in temperature without turning the dish into a hot yogurt sauce.
What peppers are used in Atom cacık?
Dried red chili or red pepper flakes are commonly used in Atom cacık. They are briefly heated in butter or olive oil to release their flavor; avoid letting them burn, since scorched pepper can taste bitter.
What do you serve with Atom cacık?
Atom cacık is often served alongside grilled meat, kebabs, or a selection of Turkish mezes. Its thick, spicy yogurt also pairs well with warm pide or plain rice, which can soften the heat between bites.
Can you make Atom cacık with Greek yogurt?
Yes, plain Greek yogurt works well in Atom cacık because its thick texture is close to strained Turkish yogurt. Choose an unsweetened version, mix in the garlic, and add the pepper topping just before serving.
How can you make Atom cacık less spicy?
Use less chili or choose mild red pepper to make Atom cacık less spicy. If it is already made, mix in more plain yogurt to soften the heat; adding extra garlic will not reduce the pepper’s intensity.
Can Atom cacık be made ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the garlic-yogurt base for Atom cacık ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Heat the pepper in oil and add it close to serving time, so the topping stays aromatic and the yogurt keeps its texture.
Atom cacık Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.5µg · 21% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
B5
0.46mg · 9% DV
Vitamin K
10.2µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
122mg · 17% DV
Calcium
154mg · 15% DV
Sodium
348mg · 15% DV
Iodine
11µg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
222mg · 7% DV
Atom cacık Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Atom cacık
To burn the 118 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Atom cacık?
Atom cacık is a Turkish meze made with thick yoghurt, garlic and hot pepper. Unlike the cucumber-based cacık many people know, it is usually smooth, rich and distinctly fiery; some versions are finished with pepper-infused hot oil.
In Turkey it is served as part of a spread of small dishes, often alongside grilled meats and bread. Elsewhere, it works well as a dip or a cooling contrast to spicy food, though the chilli keeps its own lively heat. Yoghurt contributes protein and calcium, while added oil can make the meze richer. For a lighter version, use thick yoghurt and go easy on the oil; adjust the pepper to suit your guests.
How Nutritious Is Atom cacık?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Atom cacık Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally 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.
Does Atom cacık Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Atom cacık Good For?
Vegan
— Not 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
Atom cacık Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.5:1).
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