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Rich in protein and calcium, probiotic content, hearty soup
In season: Winter · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Buffalo yogurt orzo soup (250 g) has 180 calories. That works out to 72 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.5 g of carbs, 9.3 g of protein, 6.5 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 1 µg of B12 covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
180
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
20.5g
· 7% DV
Protein
9.3g
· 19% DV
Fat
6.5g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 21% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.5 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.75 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 525 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20.5 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 9.3 g | 19% |
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) | 250 g | 180 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 bottle (mini) | 100 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 200 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 330 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 bottle (extra large) | 500 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 72 calories per 100 g.
Buffalo yogurt orzo soup is made by cooking orzo in broth, then stirring in yogurt tempered with a little hot broth. Add the yogurt mixture gradually over low heat and keep stirring; bringing the finished soup to a hard boil can make it split.
Temper the yogurt before adding it to buffalo yogurt orzo soup. Whisk it smooth, gradually whisk in a few spoonfuls of hot broth, then stir the mixture into the pot over low heat. Avoid boiling the soup vigorously after adding the yogurt.
Yes, regular cow’s-milk yogurt works in buffalo yogurt orzo soup. Buffalo yogurt is typically richer and thicker, so the finished soup may be less creamy with regular yogurt; adjust the broth gradually to get the consistency you want.
Orzo in buffalo yogurt orzo soup is small, rice-shaped pasta, not a grain of rice. It cooks directly in the broth in many recipes, but cooking it separately helps prevent it from absorbing too much liquid if the soup will be stored.
Buffalo yogurt orzo soup is usually served warm. Heat it gently after adding the yogurt rather than letting it boil, which helps keep the soup smooth. A little dried mint or melted butter is a common finishing touch.
It can contain egg, but egg is not essential to buffalo yogurt orzo soup. Some recipes whisk an egg yolk into the yogurt to help bind the broth; temper the mixture with hot liquid first so the egg does not scramble.
Yes, rice can replace orzo in buffalo yogurt orzo soup, though it changes the texture and cooking time. Cook the rice until tender in the broth before adding the tempered yogurt, since the rice needs longer to soften than orzo.
Dried mint is a classic seasoning for buffalo yogurt orzo soup. Warm it briefly in butter or oil and spoon it over the soup just before serving; fresh mint works too, but has a brighter, more pronounced flavor.
Reheat buffalo yogurt orzo soup slowly in a saucepan over low heat, stirring often, and do not let it boil. Orzo thickens as it sits, so add a little warm broth or water while reheating to loosen the soup.
Freezing buffalo yogurt orzo soup is not recommended because the yogurt may separate and the orzo can turn soft after thawing. For a better texture, refrigerate leftovers in a covered container and reheat them gently, adding warm broth if needed.
Vitamins
B12
0.95µg · 40% DV
B2
0.33mg · 25% DV
Biotin
5.5µg · 18% DV
B5
0.78mg · 16% DV
Minerals
Calcium
275mg · 28% DV
Phosphorus
185mg · 26% DV
Sodium
525mg · 23% DV
Zinc
1.3mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
245mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Buffalo yogurt orzo soup brings together tangy, rich buffalo-milk yogurt and small pasta. The pasta is simmered until tender, then yogurt is usually stirred in gradually, often after being tempered with hot broth to help keep it smooth. Some versions are finished with dried mint and butter. It is a Turkish-style home soup, with ingredients and proportions that vary from kitchen to kitchen.
In Turkey it is commonly served hot as a light meal or a first course, especially on cool days; bread or a crisp salad makes an easy accompaniment. Yogurt contributes protein and calcium, while the pasta makes the bowl more filling. For a lighter serving, go easy on the butter garnish and pair it with vegetables rather than another rich dish.
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
— Not 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
SATURATED
3.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.