EatBetterEatBetter
Foods ▾
Ready & Packaged FoodsVegetables & LegumesDesserts & ConfectioneryMeat & ProteinGrains & BakeryBeveragesMilk & DairyNatural & Other Foods

Ready & Packaged Foods

All →
Fast Food & RestaurantBurgers · Pizza · Doner & Wrap · Fried Sides · Restaurant Menu Items

Explore foods by category, subcategory or brand

CompareBrands
Tools ▾

Calorie Calculator

Work out your daily calorie needs

BMI Calculator

Body mass index from your height and weight

Food GuideCompareBlog
TR
Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play
A mound of plump, separate emmer bulgur grains, mottled light brown and beige with a soft, slightly moist surface, served in a simple bowl.

Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil) Calories

High in fiber and minerals, low fat, complex carbohydrate source

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

110kcal

GI

48medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

110mg

FIBER · 100 G

4.5g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil) (170 g) has 187 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.1 g of carbs, 6.1 g of protein, 0.7 g of fat and 7.7 g of fiber. Its 1.2 mg of Manganese covers 52% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil) Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 170 g

187

KCAL / 170G

Carbs

39.1g

· 14% DV

Protein

6.1g

· 12% DV

Fat

0.7g

· 1% DV

Fiber

7.7g

· 28% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 84% · Protein 13% · Fat 3%

Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil) nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (170 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories187 kcal
Total fat0.7 g1%
Saturated fat0.12 g1%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium3.4 mg0%
Total carbohydrate39.1 g14%
Fiber7.7 g28%
Protein6.1 g12%

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.

EatBetter

Log this food in EatBetter

100,000+ people use it

  • Get your daily calorie target
  • Snap your meal, log it in seconds
  • See every vitamin and mineral
QR code to get the EatBetter app

📸 Scan the code to get the app free.

The EatBetter app recognising potatoes, broccoli and salmon on a plate

How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil)?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)170 g187 kcal
3 tablespoon (small)45 g50 kcal
½ cup (small)85 g94 kcal
100 g100 g110 kcal
1 piece (medium)100 g110 kcal
1 serving (medium)150 g165 kcal
1 serving (large)200 g220 kcal
1.5 cup (large)255 g281 kcal
2 cup (extra large)340 g374 kcal

Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil)

How do you cook boiled siyez bulgur without oil?

Siyez bulgur is Turkish einkorn bulgur. To make it without oil, rinse the grains and simmer them in water until tender; avoid stirring often so they stay separate. Once cooked, let them rest covered before serving.

What is the difference between siyez bulgur and regular bulgur?

Siyez bulgur is made from einkorn wheat, while most regular bulgur is made from durum wheat. Their flavor, grain size, and cooked texture can differ, but siyez bulgur can generally be used in place of regular bulgur in recipes.

How do you keep boiled siyez bulgur from turning mushy?

Use only enough water to cook the siyez bulgur, and avoid frequent stirring. Once the grains are tender and the water has been absorbed, take the pan off the heat and leave it covered to rest before fluffing.

How should boiled siyez bulgur be stored in the refrigerator?

Store boiled siyez bulgur in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Don’t leave it at room temperature for an extended period, and take out only the portion you plan to serve.

Can you freeze boiled siyez bulgur?

Yes, boiled siyez bulgur freezes well. Cool it completely, divide it into meal-sized portions, and seal them in freezer-safe containers. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly; the grains may be softer after thawing.

Can boiled siyez bulgur be used in tabbouleh?

Yes, cooled boiled siyez bulgur works in tabbouleh-style salads. Drain off excess moisture first, then mix it with parsley, mint, tomato, lemon juice, and other ingredients you enjoy; its nutty flavor gives the salad a slightly different character.

What can you serve with boiled siyez bulgur?

Boiled siyez bulgur pairs well with roasted vegetables, beans, grilled meat, or yogurt-based dishes. In a Turkish-style meal, serve it as a side alongside vegetables or a stew, rather than treating it only as a replacement for rice.

Is boiled siyez bulgur suitable for people with diabetes?

People with diabetes can include boiled siyez bulgur in some meal plans, but its carbohydrates can raise blood glucose. Pairing a measured portion with vegetables and protein may help make the meal more balanced; ask your diabetes care professional about your own plan.

Does boiled siyez bulgur help with weight loss?

Boiled siyez bulgur can make a meal more filling because it contains fiber, but it does not cause weight loss by itself. Pair it with vegetables and a protein source, and choose a portion that fits your meal plan.

Can boiled siyez bulgur cause bloating?

Yes, boiled siyez bulgur may cause gas or bloating in some people because it contains fiber. If you are not used to high-fiber foods, increase your portion gradually and drink enough water.

Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil) Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B3

2.04mg · 13% DV

Biotin

3.4µg · 11% DV

B5

0.51mg · 10% DV

B1

0.12mg · 10% DV

Minerals

Manganese

1.19mg · 52% DV

Copper

0.22mg · 24% DV

Phosphorus

145mg · 21% DV

Zinc

1.7mg · 15% DV

Potassium ⭐

187mg · 6% DV

Sodium

3.4mg · 0% DV

Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil) Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

48
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

18.7
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil)

To burn the 187 calories in 1 cup (medium) (170 g):

🚶

46min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

19min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

25min

Cycling

🏊

22min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil)?

Siyez bulgur, boiled without oil, is bulgur made from einkorn wheat, an old grain cultivated in Anatolia. Despite the English page label, siyez refers to einkorn rather than emmer. Boiling it without oil keeps the preparation simple and lets the grain’s own flavour come through.

The cooked kernels are tender with a slight bite and have a gently nutty, earthy taste. In Turkey, this kind of bulgur can be served as a side, stirred into a salad, or paired with vegetables and beans; it also fits easily into everyday meals elsewhere. It provides complex carbohydrates and fibre while remaining low in fat, with 4.5 g of fibre per 100 g. For a more filling plate, pair it with lentils, chickpeas or vegetables.

How Nutritious Is Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil)?

Nutrient density

High

60/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

57/ 100

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.

Is Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil) Processed?

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.

Does Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil) Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil) Good For?

Vegan

✓ 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

Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil) Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.12g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.1g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.26g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 7.3:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (7.3:1).

Compare Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil)

🍚vs🍚
Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil) vs Bulgur Pilaf10 kcal fewer per 100 g
→
🍚vs🍝
Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil) vs Whole wheat pasta14 kcal fewer per 100 g
→
🍚vs🥖
Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil) vs Breadstick300 kcal fewer per 100 g
→
🍚vs🥯
Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil) vs Simit230 kcal fewer per 100 g
→

Foods Similar to Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil)

🍚

Bulgur Pilaf

120 kcal

🍝

Whole wheat pasta

124 kcal

🥖

Breadstick

410 kcal

🥯

Simit

340 kcal

🥣

Granola

450 kcal

🍚

Rice Pilaf

150 kcal

🍚

Basmati Rice Pilaf

140 kcal

🍝

Pasta (Boiled)

155 kcal

Have another question about Boiled emmer bulgur (no oil)?

Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.

EatBetter

Scan calories with your camera

Instant AI nutrition analysis

App StoreGoogle Play

Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.