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Refreshing yogurt-based drink with purslane, offering probiotics and extra minerals
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Ayran with purslane (240 g) has 79 calories. That works out to 33 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.8 g of carbs, 4.6 g of protein, 4.1 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 43.2 µg of Vitamin K covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
79
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
5.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
4.6g
· 9% DV
Fat
4.1g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 30% · Protein 23% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 79 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.1 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.4 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 528 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% |
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) | 240 g | 79 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 5 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 33 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 109 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 360 g | 119 kcal |
Calculated from 33 calories per 100 g.
Ayran with purslane is made by mixing yogurt with cold water, then adding washed, chopped purslane and salt if desired. Whisk the yogurt and water until smooth, stir in the greens, and serve chilled.
Yes, dried purslane can be used in ayran with purslane, though the result will not have the same fresh, crisp texture. Rehydrate it first, drain it well, and add a small amount so its flavor does not overwhelm the yogurt.
Ayran with purslane tastes tangy and refreshing, like regular ayran with a mild, grassy note from the greens. Finely chopped purslane blends into the drink, while larger pieces make its fresh texture more noticeable.
Ayran with purslane can separate because yogurt and water settle apart, especially after standing in the refrigerator. This is normal; stir or shake it before serving. Chopped purslane may also sink, so mix the drink again between pours.
Ayran with purslane is best kept covered in the refrigerator and consumed while it is fresh. The greens soften as they sit in the yogurt mixture, so stir before serving and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Ayran with purslane pairs well with grilled meats, savory pastries, pilaf, and spicy dishes. Its cool, tangy yogurt base refreshes the palate alongside richer food, so serve it chilled rather than heating it.
It can, if the yogurt used to make ayran with purslane contains live cultures. Adding purslane does not create probiotics, and heating the drink can reduce live cultures, so keep it cold.
Ayran with purslane is a variation on ayran, the familiar Turkish yogurt drink, rather than the standard version. It combines the usual yogurt-and-water base with purslane, a leafy green used in Turkish cooking.
Yes, you can blend purslane into ayran with purslane for a smoother, more uniformly green drink. Blend briefly with the yogurt and water, then taste before adding salt; prolonged blending may make the texture foamy.
Yes, ayran with purslane is usually most refreshing when served cold. Chill the yogurt and water before mixing, or refrigerate the finished drink; stir it just before pouring because the greens can settle.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
43.2µg · 36% DV
B12
0.53µg · 22% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Vitamin C
10.8mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
163mg · 23% DV
Sodium
528mg · 23% DV
Calcium
204mg · 20% DV
Iodine
19µg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
324mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 79 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Ayran with purslane combines ayran—a traditional Turkish drink made by thinning yogurt with water, often with a little salt—with finely chopped fresh purslane. It is an easy variation to make at home, with the herbs stirred through just before serving.
The drink is cool and lightly tangy, while purslane adds a fresh, gently green flavour. In Turkey, ayran is commonly served cold alongside everyday meals, from grilled dishes to home-cooked vegetables; this version suits a summer lunch or dinner in the same way. Its nutritional character is light, with a modest amount of protein from the yogurt and a little fibre from the greens. For a thinner drink, add more cold water and adjust the salt to taste.
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.
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
2.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.31g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.