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Refreshing salted yogurt drink with thyme
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Ayran with thyme (240 g) has 89 calories. That works out to 37 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.2 g of carbs, 4.6 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
89
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
6.2g
· 2% DV
Protein
4.6g
· 9% DV
Fat
4.3g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 30% · Protein 22% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 89 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.3 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.64 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 624 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.2 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| 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 | 89 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 37 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 67 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 148 kcal |
Calculated from 37 calories per 100 g.
Ayran with thyme is a savory, yogurt-based drink made by mixing yogurt with water and salt, then adding thyme. It is a herbed variation of Turkish ayran, usually served cold.
Whisk plain yogurt with cold water and salt until smooth, then stir in thyme to make ayran with thyme. Add the herb gradually and taste as you go so it does not overpower the yogurt.
No, ayran with thyme is a thyme-flavoured version of Turkish ayran, while doogh is a related yogurt drink associated with Persian cuisine. Recipes vary, but doogh may include herbs such as mint instead.
Yes, fresh thyme works in ayran with thyme. Strip the leaves from the stems and chop them finely before mixing them in; dried thyme is also convenient and disperses easily through the drink.
Ayran with thyme pairs well with grilled meats, kebabs, flatbreads, and spicy dishes. Its cool, tangy yogurt base and herbal flavour complement rich or strongly seasoned food without needing to be sweetened.
Yes, you can make ayran with thyme without salt or use less than the recipe calls for. The yogurt, water, and thyme still make a savoury drink, though the flavour will be milder.
Keep homemade ayran with thyme covered in the refrigerator and drink it promptly, ideally on the day you make it. Stir or shake it before serving, since the yogurt mixture can separate as it stands.
No, ayran with thyme does not naturally contain caffeine. Its usual ingredients are yogurt, water, salt, and thyme, so it can be served in the evening without the caffeine found in tea or coffee.
Ayran with thyme is generally served cold, not warm. Chilling it keeps the drink refreshing and suits its yogurt base; stir it well after refrigeration if some liquid has separated.
Ayran with thyme can be a refreshing post-workout drink because it provides fluid and some salt. After prolonged or very strenuous exercise, though, it may not meet every person’s hydration and electrolyte needs on its own.
Vitamins
B12
0.53µg · 22% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Biotin
2.88µg · 10% DV
B5
0.43mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Sodium
624mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
139mg · 20% DV
Calcium
180mg · 18% DV
Iodine
17µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
252mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 89 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 with thyme is a variation on ayran, the Turkish drink made by mixing yogurt with water and salt. Thyme, fresh or dried, gives the tangy yogurt base a fragrant, savoury edge; the exact flavour depends on how much herb is used.
Usually served chilled, it is refreshing alongside grilled meats, kebabs and other savoury meals, or enjoyed on its own in warm weather. In Turkey, ayran is a familiar table drink, and this herbed version offers a simple change from the plain kind. It provides some protein and fat from the yogurt while remaining a relatively light choice. For a milder, less salty glass, adjust the salt to taste and thin it with extra water.
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
2.64g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.