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Atom Cocktail Calories
Creamy yogurt meze with garlic and hot peppers
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
100 g of Atom Cocktail has 126 calories. It contains 6.2 g of carbs, 5.4 g of protein, 8.8 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 21 mg of Vitamin C covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Atom Cocktail Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
126
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
6.2g
· 2% DV
Protein
5.4g
· 11% DV
Fat
8.8g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 17% · Fat 63%
Atom Cocktail nutrition facts table · 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 126 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.8 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.25 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 310 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.2 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 5.4 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 Cocktail?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 126 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 38 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (medium) | 60 g | 76 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 180 g | 227 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 200 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 250 g | 315 kcal |
Calculated from 126 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Atom Cocktail
What is Atom Cocktail?
Atom Cocktail is a Turkish yogurt meze, not a drink: thick yogurt is mixed with garlic and topped with dried hot peppers briefly fried in oil or butter. It is usually served cold as part of a spread of small dishes.
How do you make Atom Cocktail?
Atom Cocktail is made by mixing thick yogurt with crushed garlic and topping it with hot peppers warmed in oil. Spoon the garlic yogurt into a serving dish, briefly fry the dried peppers without burning them, then pour the pepper oil over the top.
Is Atom Cocktail alcoholic?
No, Atom Cocktail contains no alcohol. Despite its name, it is a Turkish yogurt-based meze made with garlic and hot peppers, rather than a mixed drink.
What peppers are used in Atom Cocktail?
Dried red hot peppers are the usual choice for Atom Cocktail; dried chili or small Turkish hot peppers work too. Briefly warming them in oil releases their flavor, while burning them can make the topping bitter.
Is Atom Cocktail very spicy?
Yes, Atom Cocktail is typically quite spicy because hot peppers are fried in oil and served over mild yogurt. The heat varies with the pepper and amount used, so a milder pepper or smaller portion makes a gentler version.
What yogurt is best for Atom Cocktail?
Thick strained yogurt works best for Atom Cocktail because it holds the pepper topping without turning runny. If using regular yogurt, drain off excess liquid first; Greek-style yogurt is a convenient substitute.
What is the difference between Atom Cocktail and haydari?
Atom Cocktail is distinguished by hot peppers warmed in oil over garlic yogurt. Haydari is usually a thick yogurt meze seasoned with herbs and other flavorings, so it is generally more herb-forward and less focused on chili heat.
What do you serve with Atom Cocktail?
Serve Atom Cocktail cold with bread or pita and other Turkish mezes. Its creamy, spicy flavor also works well alongside grilled meats or kebabs, where the cool yogurt balances richer, smoky dishes.
Can you make Atom Cocktail less spicy?
Yes, use fewer peppers or choose a milder dried chili to reduce the heat in Atom Cocktail. Adding more plain yogurt also softens the spice, though leaving out the pepper topping entirely makes it less like the traditional meze.
Can Atom Cocktail be made ahead?
Yes, you can mix the garlic yogurt for Atom Cocktail ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator. For the best texture, add the freshly warmed pepper topping close to serving, since the yogurt can release liquid as it sits.
Atom Cocktail Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
21mg · 23% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
B5
0.42mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
112mg · 16% DV
Calcium
142mg · 14% DV
Sodium
310mg · 13% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
218mg · 6% DV
Atom Cocktail Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Atom Cocktail
To burn the 126 calories in 100 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 Cocktail?
Despite its name, Atom Cocktail is not a drink but a Turkish meze: strained yogurt mixed with garlic and topped with hot peppers, often softened or sizzled in oil. It brings together cool, tangy yogurt and a sharp, warming chilli heat.
In Turkey it is served chilled as part of a meze spread, usually with bread and alongside grilled vegetables or meat. The yogurt provides some protein, while the oil makes the dish richer; a 100 g serving has 5.4 g of protein. It suits a shared table particularly well, and you can make it lighter by using less oil and adjusting the amount of pepper to taste.
How Nutritious Is Atom Cocktail?
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 Cocktail 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 Cocktail Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Atom Cocktail 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Atom Cocktail Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.71g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.4:1).
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