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Yogurt-based drink enriched with chia seeds
In season: Summer · Spring
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Ayran with Chia Seeds (250 g) has 135 calories. That works out to 54 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.5 g of carbs, 6.5 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 275 mg of Calcium covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Ayran with chia seeds combines ayran—a traditional drink made by thinning yogurt with water, often with a little salt—with chia seeds. As they soak, the seeds swell slightly, giving the drink a thicker texture than plain ayran.
In Turkey, ayran is commonly served cold alongside meals, from kebabs to pastries, and is also a refreshing choice in warm weather. Its tangy, lightly salty yogurt flavour pairs with the mild, soft texture of the chia. The yogurt provides protein, while chia adds fibre, making this more substantial than a basic yogurt drink. Stir or shake it before serving so the seeds stay evenly distributed; add a splash of water if you prefer a thinner drink.
Selected: 100 g
54
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
4.2g
· 2% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 21% · Fat 45%
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Vitamins
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B12
0.19µg · 8% DV
B5
0.36mg · 7% DV
Biotin
2.1µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Calcium
110mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
76mg · 11% DV
Sodium
180mg · 8% DV
Magnesium
28mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
140mg · 4% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 54 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
1.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Ayran with Chia Seeds is a yogurt-based drink made by mixing ayran or yogurt thinned with water with chia seeds. The seeds add a lightly thick texture, so it is different from plain, smooth ayran.
To make Ayran with Chia Seeds, whisk yogurt with cold water until smooth, stir in chia seeds, and let the drink stand briefly so they begin to absorb liquid. Stir again before serving and add salt if you like.
No, you do not need to soak chia seeds separately before making Ayran with Chia Seeds. Stir them into the drink and give them time to absorb some liquid; mix again before drinking so the seeds are evenly distributed.
Yes, Ayran with Chia Seeds thickens as the seeds absorb liquid. If it becomes thicker than you like, stir in a little cold water; refrigerating it also slows spoilage but does not stop the seeds from swelling.
Yes, Ayran with Chia Seeds works as a savory drink alongside a meal, much like plain ayran. Its yogurt base pairs well with grilled foods, rice dishes, and spicy meals; stir it just before serving if the seeds have settled.
Ayran with Chia Seeds can be a convenient post-workout snack because it combines yogurt with chia seeds. It is not a specially formulated recovery drink, so pair it with other food if your workout leaves you needing a more substantial meal.
Yes, Ayran with Chia Seeds can be made without salt. The yogurt and chia still give it a distinct flavor and texture, while leaving out salt can be useful if you are watching your sodium intake.
Keep Ayran with Chia Seeds covered in the refrigerator and aim to drink it the same day. The chia seeds continue absorbing liquid and change the texture; stir before serving and discard it if it has been left out for a long time.
Yes, you can make Ayran with Chia Seeds using an unsweetened plant-based yogurt. Choose one with a mild, plain flavor and thin it with water gradually, since plant-based yogurts vary in thickness and may produce a different taste.
No, Ayran with Chia Seeds is a drink, while chia pudding is a spoonable mixture in which chia seeds absorb much more liquid and form a gel. Ayran stays thinner and keeps the tangy, savory flavor of yogurt drink.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.