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Refreshing soup with fermented yogurt, wheat, and chickpeas
In season: Summer
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Ayran Aşı Soup (240 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 55 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.4 g of carbs, 5.3 g of protein, 2.9 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 504 mg of Sodium covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Ayran Aşı Soup is a traditional Turkish yogurt soup made with wheat and chickpeas; regional versions may also include herbs such as mint. Its name points to ayran, the yogurt drink used in some preparations, though recipes vary from place to place.
Usually served chilled, especially in warm weather, it has a gently tangy taste and a spoonable texture with tender grains and chickpeas. In Turkey it can be a light lunch or part of a home-cooked meal, often accompanied by bread. The yogurt and pulses contribute protein, while wheat and chickpeas provide carbohydrates and some fibre; at 55 calories per 100 g, it is relatively light. For a thinner, fresher bowl, loosen it with water and add the herbs just before serving.
Selected: 100 g
55
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
8.1g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.2g
· 4% DV
Fat
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 17% · Fat 21%
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Vitamins
Biotin
2.1µg · 7% DV
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
B12
0.13µg · 5% DV
B5
0.23mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Sodium
210mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
38mg · 5% DV
Calcium
54mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
78mg · 2% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% 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.
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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
0.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Ayran Aşı Soup is a Turkish yogurt-based soup usually made with cooked wheat berries, chickpeas, and herbs such as mint. Recipes vary by region and household, especially in how much ayran or yogurt is used and whether the soup is served chilled.
No. Ayran is a drink made by mixing yogurt and water, while Ayran Aşı Soup is a spoonable dish that combines a yogurt or ayran base with cooked wheat and often chickpeas. It is generally served as a meal or starter.
Usually, yes. Ayran Aşı Soup is commonly chilled and eaten as a refreshing summer dish, though some regional or home versions are served warm. For a warm version, add the yogurt mixture gradually so it is less likely to split.
Ayran Aşı Soup is associated especially with eastern Turkey, where versions are made with local ingredients and herbs. It is not limited to one town: recipes differ across the region and from one family kitchen to another.
Ayran Aşı Soup is traditionally made with whole wheat berries, often called yarma in Turkish, rather than fine flour. The grains are cooked until tender before being mixed with the yogurt base; bulgur can be used in some adapted recipes.
Yes. Mix plain yogurt with water to make a pourable base if you do not have ayran. Stir until smooth, then adjust the thickness gradually; the soup should be easy to spoon, not as thin as a glass of ayran.
Use fresh, mild yogurt or ayran and taste the mixture before adding more. A long rest can make Ayran Aşı Soup tangier, so chill it only until cold and add the yogurt base close to serving if you prefer a milder flavor.
Keep Ayran Aşı Soup covered in the refrigerator and eat it within about two to three days. Stir it before serving, since the grains can settle, and discard it if it has been left out for a prolonged period or smells off.
Freezing Ayran Aşı Soup is not ideal because the yogurt base may separate and turn grainy when thawed. For easier preparation, freeze cooked wheat and chickpeas separately, then combine them with the yogurt or ayran mixture when you are ready to serve.
Serve Ayran Aşı Soup with crusty bread or flatbread for a simple meal, or offer it as a cool first course alongside grilled vegetables or a main dish. A little dried mint on top adds aroma without changing the soup's traditional character.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.