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Regional pepper and walnut-based savory spread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Boyabat spread (15 g) has 48 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.2 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 4.1 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
48
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% 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 18% · Protein 8% · Fat 74%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 48 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.1 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.57 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 93 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
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 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 20 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 80 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 35 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 256 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Boyabat spread is a regional Turkish savory spread associated with Boyabat in Sinop province. It is known for its pepper-and-walnut base and is served as a breakfast accompaniment or a meze, with recipes varying from kitchen to kitchen.
Boyabat spread comes from the Boyabat area of Sinop, in northern Turkey. Its name reflects that regional association, and it is part of the local tradition of serving flavorful spreads and small dishes with bread.
Boyabat spread is made chiefly with walnuts and peppers. Depending on the recipe, cooks may also add pepper paste, garlic, oil, and spices; there is no single fixed ingredient list for every homemade version.
Serve Boyabat spread with bread or pide as a meze, snack, or breakfast accompaniment. It also works as a dip for raw vegetables; its concentrated pepper-and-walnut flavor means a little can go a long way.
Boyabat spread is a local specialty named for Boyabat, while muhammara is a Levantine pepper-and-walnut dip commonly associated with Syrian cuisine. Their ingredients can overlap, but recipes, seasoning, and regional traditions are not identical.
To make Boyabat spread, finely combine walnuts with peppers and the seasonings used in your recipe. Add any oil or pepper paste gradually and taste as you go; keeping some walnut texture gives the spread a more substantial finish.
Boyabat spread can be mild or spicy, depending on the peppers and the recipe. If you are making it at home, start with less hot pepper and adjust after mixing, since the pepper flavor becomes more noticeable as it rests.
Yes, Boyabat spread can be eaten at breakfast, usually spread on bread or served alongside other savory foods. Its peppery, nutty flavor is a good fit for a Turkish-style breakfast table.
Keep Boyabat spread in a clean, tightly covered container in the refrigerator and use a clean utensil each time. Homemade spread can vary in keeping quality, so discard it if you notice mold, an off smell, or an unusual change in appearance.
Yes, Boyabat spread can be frozen in small airtight portions, though its texture may change as it thaws. Stir it well after thawing and avoid refreezing it; freezing a small serving first lets you see whether the texture suits you.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
3.6mg · 4% DV
Vitamin A
31.5µg · 4% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.1mg · 4% DV
Sodium
93mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
22mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
47mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Boyabat spread is a savoury regional preparation associated with Boyabat, in Sinop province in northern Turkey. Pepper and walnuts give it its defining character; local recipes bring them together with oil and seasonings, and the texture can range from fairly coarse to smooth.
Its peppery flavour, rounded by the walnuts, makes it easy to serve on bread or alongside fresh vegetables. In Turkey it may appear at breakfast or as part of a meze spread; elsewhere, it works well as a dip or a small appetiser with crackers and sliced vegetables. Walnuts and oil make it rich in fat and energy, while the peppers contribute some fibre. A little goes a long way, so serve a modest amount with plenty of vegetables for a lighter snack.
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 3
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
✓ 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
0.57g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.59g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.34g
Omega 6:3 ratio 31.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (31.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.