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Fermented turnip juice, mildly spicy, probiotic source
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Mild turnip juice (200 g) has 16 calories. That works out to 8 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.4 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 6 mg of Vitamin C covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
16
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
3.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 13% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 16 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 500 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% |
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) | 200 g | 16 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 100 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 40 kcal |
Calculated from 8 calories per 100 g.
Mild turnip juice is a savory Turkish fermented drink, usually made with black carrots, turnips, salt, water, and a fermentation starter such as bulgur flour or sourdough. Despite its name, black carrots are often its main ingredient.
No, mild turnip juice does not taste like ordinary beet juice. It is tangy, salty, and mildly spicy, with a fermented flavor; beet juice is usually sweeter and lacks the same savory, brined character.
Mild turnip juice has a gentle chili warmth rather than the stronger heat of hot turnip juice. The exact level varies by producer, so people who are sensitive to chili should try a small sip first.
Mild turnip juice is usually served cold, often alongside grilled meat, kebabs, or other savory foods. In Turkey it is also sold as a refreshing accompaniment at casual eateries and street-food stalls.
Yes, mild turnip juice is made by fermenting a salted mixture that commonly includes black carrots and turnips. Fermentation gives it its characteristic sour taste; recipes and fermentation times differ between producers.
Unpasteurized mild turnip juice may contain live microbes from fermentation. Pasteurized versions may not retain live cultures, so fermentation alone does not guarantee that every bottled product is a source of active probiotics.
Mild turnip juice is a non-alcoholic drink and is not made by adding alcohol. Fermentation can produce trace amounts as a by-product, but it is not consumed as an alcoholic beverage.
Sediment in mild turnip juice can come from the fermented vegetables and natural particles in the drink. A little settling is common; gently shake the bottle if desired, but discard it if you see mold or notice an unusual smell.
Keep mild turnip juice refrigerated after opening, with the cap tightly closed, and follow the storage directions on its label. Use a clean glass when serving and avoid leaving the bottle at room temperature for extended periods.
Yes, mild turnip juice can be made at home by fermenting black carrots and turnips in salted water with a starter such as bulgur flour or sourdough. Use clean equipment and a reliable recipe, since safe fermentation depends on proper preparation.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
Folate
8µg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
500mg · 22% DV
Calcium
36mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
80mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Mild turnip juice is the gentler-spiced version of Turkish şalgam, a fermented drink associated especially with Adana. It is made chiefly from dark purple carrots and turnips, with fermentation giving it its characteristic sharp, tangy taste. Despite the English name, carrot is an important ingredient in the traditional drink.
In Turkey it is usually served cold alongside kebabs and other savoury meals, or enjoyed on its own as a strongly flavoured refreshment. Its sourness and mild heat make it a familiar pairing with rich, grilled food. Fermentation makes it a source of probiotic cultures; nutritionally, it is light, with 8 calories per 100 g. If you are new to its punchy flavour, try a small glass alongside your meal.
Low
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ 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
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.