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Low-calorie source of fiber and folate
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Aydın-style beet pickle has 43 calories. It contains 9.6 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 109 µg of Folate covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 64 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
43
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
9.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 86% · Protein 12% · Fat 2%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 650 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 1.3 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 serving (medium) | 100 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 11 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 50 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 75 g | 32 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 200 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 300 g | 129 kcal |
Calculated from 43 calories per 100 g.
Aydın-style beet pickle is commonly made by boiling beets until just tender, slicing them, and covering them with a garlic-and-vinegar brine. Keep the pieces submerged in a clean jar so they take on the brine evenly.
Aydın-style beet pickle does not have one universally fixed recipe. Home versions commonly pair beets with garlic and vinegar, while the seasoning and cut vary; the Aydın-style name points to a regional preparation rather than a single standardized formula.
Aydın-style beet pickle is commonly made with vinegar, so it is not necessarily a naturally fermented pickle. Check how it was prepared: vinegar pickling and fermentation are different methods, even though both produce tangy vegetables.
Aydın-style beet pickle usually needs a few days for the beets to absorb the brine. Larger pieces take longer to develop a balanced flavor, so taste a piece with a clean fork before serving rather than relying only on the calendar.
Yes, the brine from Aydın-style beet pickle can be consumed if the pickle was prepared and stored safely. It can be quite salty and acidic, though, so treat it as a strongly flavored condiment rather than a replacement for water.
Aydın-style beet pickle can turn soft if the beets are overcooked before pickling or cut too thinly. Cook them only until tender and handle them gently when packing the jar; discard them if softness comes with signs of spoilage.
Aydın-style beet pickle works well alongside beans, grilled meats, and other hearty dishes because its acidity adds contrast. You can also serve it as part of a mezze spread or add drained pieces to salads and sandwiches.
Most Aydın-style beet pickle recipes use cooked beets, which soften the slices and help them absorb the brine. Raw beets can be pickled in other preparations, but they will stay firmer and may need more time to take on the flavor.
Aydın-style beet pickle may lose some color if the beets are overcooked or exposed to air above the brine. Use firm beets, avoid prolonged cooking, and keep the pieces fully covered in the liquid while stored.
Discard Aydın-style beet pickle if you see mold, notice a foul or unusual odor, or find the beets slimy. Do not taste a questionable jar to check it; visible spoilage or an off smell is reason enough to throw it away.
Vitamins
Folate
109µg · 27% DV
Vitamin C
4.9mg · 5% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
B5
0.16mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
650mg · 28% DV
Manganese
0.33mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
325mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Aydın-style beet pickle is an Aegean Turkish home-style preserve made by pickling beetroot in a brine, often with vinegar and sometimes garlic. The beets may stay fairly firm or soften as they sit, with an earthy sweetness balanced by a tangy, salty bite.
In Turkey it is served alongside everyday meals or as part of a meze spread; elsewhere, it works much the same way as a sharp, colourful side for grains, beans, or grilled food. It provides fibre and folate, with 43 calories per 100 g. Drain it before serving if you want a less briny taste, or toss a few pieces into a salad.
High
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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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.