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Higher in protein than traditional ayran
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Ayran made with quark (250 g) has 175 calories. That works out to 70 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.8 g of carbs, 15.3 g of protein, 0.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1 µg of B12 covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
175
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
26.8g
· 10% DV
Protein
15.3g
· 31% DV
Fat
0.8g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 35% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 175 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.8 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 3.5 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 450 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.8 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% |
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 cup (medium) | 250 g | 175 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 200 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 300 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 245 kcal |
Calculated from 70 calories per 100 g.
Ayran made with quark is a salty, diluted quark drink inspired by traditional ayran, which is usually made with yogurt, water and salt. Quark gives it a different taste and a thicker starting texture than the yogurt-based version.
Blend quark with cold water and a little salt, if desired, until smooth. Add the water gradually so you can adjust the thickness. Chill it before serving, and stir again if the mixture separates while standing.
Not exactly. Ayran made with quark can taste mildly tangy and refreshing, but quark has a different flavor and texture from the yogurt commonly used in ayran. Salt and gradual dilution help bring it closer to the familiar savory drink.
Ayran made with quark can be thick because quark is a dense fresh dairy product. Whisk or blend in cold water a little at a time until it reaches a pourable consistency, rather than adding a large amount at once.
Yes, quark can be used instead of yogurt to make ayran made with quark. Since quark is often thicker, start with less water than you think you need, blend until smooth, and then dilute to your preferred consistency.
Salt is optional, but it gives ayran made with quark the savory taste associated with traditional ayran. Add a small amount, blend, and taste before adding more, especially if the quark already tastes salty.
Yes, you can make ayran made with quark without a blender. Whisk the quark with a small splash of water until smooth, then gradually whisk in the rest. A shaker bottle also works, though whisking first helps prevent lumps.
Keep ayran made with quark covered and refrigerated, and make only as much as you expect to use soon. The mixture may separate, so stir it before drinking; discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Plain quark is the best choice for ayran made with quark. Sweetened or fruit-flavored quark can make the drink taste sugary or fruity rather than savory, and may clash with the salt traditionally used in ayran.
Ayran made with quark pairs well with grilled meats, kebabs, flatbreads and spicy or savory meals. Its cool, tangy taste can complement rich food; thin it with a little water if you prefer a lighter drink alongside a meal.
Vitamins
B12
0.95µg · 40% DV
B2
0.43mg · 33% DV
B5
0.8mg · 16% DV
Biotin
3.75µg · 13% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
263mg · 38% DV
Calcium
350mg · 35% DV
Sodium
450mg · 20% DV
Iodine
20µg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
413mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 175 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 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.
Ayran made with quark is a variation on Turkish ayran, the tangy drink traditionally made by whisking yogurt with water and often a little salt. Quark—a mild, fresh dairy cheese—is used in place of yogurt, giving the drink a creamy base; its thickness depends on how much water is added.
Serve it chilled alongside savoury food, as ayran commonly is in Turkey: it goes particularly well with grilled meats, kebabs and pastries. Its lightly tart, refreshing taste also makes it an easy match for a spicy or rich meal. Compared with traditional ayran, this version is higher in protein, with 6.1 g per 100 g. Add water gradually and whisk until it reaches the consistency you like.
High
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.