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Refreshing soup with fermented yogurt, wheat, mint
In season: Summer
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Ayran Aşı (200 g) has 110 calories. That works out to 55 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.6 g of carbs, 4.4 g of protein, 2.4 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B2 covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Ayran Aşı is a traditional Turkish yogurt soup, especially associated with eastern Anatolia. It is made by thinning yogurt or ayran with water and combining it with wheat and chickpeas; herbs such as mint add fragrance. Recipes vary by region, and the soup may be served either cold or warm.
In Turkey, the chilled version is a refreshing choice on hot days, eaten as a light lunch or supper. Its gentle tang and creamy broth contrast with the tender, plump grains and chickpeas. Yogurt, legumes and wheat give it a satisfying mix of nutrients without making it feel heavy. Serve it well chilled with a little extra mint, or pair it with bread for a more substantial meal.
Selected: 100 g
55
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
8.3g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.2g
· 4% DV
Fat
1.2g
· 2% 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 63% · Protein 17% · Fat 20%
Vitamins
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.2µg · 7% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
180mg · 8% DV
Calcium
70mg · 7% DV
Iodine
7µg · 5% DV
Selenium
2.7µg · 5% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 55 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Ayran Aşı is a Turkish yogurt-based soup made with wheat, often chickpeas, and fresh herbs such as mint. It is commonly served cold, making it a refreshing dish that is quite different from a thin yogurt drink.
To make Ayran Aşı, cook the wheat and chickpeas until tender, then cool them before stirring them into a mixture of yogurt and water or ayran. Add mint and salt to taste. Cooling the grains first helps keep the yogurt mixture smooth.
Ayran Aşı is most often served cold, particularly in warm weather. Recipes vary by region and household, but the chilled version is the best-known style; let it cool before serving so the yogurt stays creamy.
Ayran Aşı is associated with eastern Turkey and neighboring regional food traditions. There is no single fixed recipe: the grains, herbs, and consistency can vary between communities, so it is better understood as a family of related yogurt soups.
Ayran Aşı contains cooked wheat and often chickpeas, which give it substance and make it a soup-like meal. Cacık is usually a thinner yogurt dish with cucumber and herbs, and does not typically include cooked grains or legumes.
Ayran Aşı is commonly made with cracked, dehulled wheat, often called yarma or dövme in Turkish. It is cooked until tender before being mixed with the yogurt base; regional recipes may use a different grain or preparation.
No. Ayran is a drink made by mixing yogurt with water and usually salt, while Ayran Aşı is a spoonable soup that combines a yogurt-based liquid with cooked wheat and often chickpeas and herbs.
Yes, Ayran Aşı can be prepared ahead and chilled before serving. Keep the cooked grains and yogurt mixture refrigerated, and stir them together once cool or shortly before serving; the wheat absorbs liquid as it stands, so loosen the soup with a little water if needed.
Ayran Aşı tastes tangy and creamy from the yogurt, with a fresh herbal note from mint and a mild, chewy texture from the wheat. Chickpeas add a soft, earthy contrast, so it is more substantial than a plain yogurt soup.
Ayran Aşı can be served on its own or alongside simple bread and a crisp salad. Mild accompaniments work especially well: strongly spiced or very salty sides can overpower the soup’s tangy yogurt flavor and fresh herbs.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.