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Bulgur, turnip juice, vegetables, olive oil
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Bulgur salad with turnip juice (180 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.7 g of carbs, 6.1 g of protein, 4.9 g of fat and 6.8 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
216
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
38.7g
· 14% DV
Protein
6.1g
· 12% DV
Fat
4.9g
· 6% DV
Fiber
6.8g
· 24% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 11% · Fat 20%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 216 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.9 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.68 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.7 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% |
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% |
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 serving (medium) | 180 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 96 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 330 g | 396 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Bulgur salad with turnip juice is made by softening fine bulgur with turnip juice, then mixing in tomato or pepper paste, olive oil, lemon, and chopped herbs. Add the juice gradually, since its saltiness and tang can vary.
Turnip juice gives bulgur salad with turnip juice a tangy, salty, fermented flavor and a deeper color than plain-water bulgur salad. In Turkish recipes, şalgam is a fermented drink commonly made with black carrots, so its taste can be quite assertive.
Yes, you can use turnip juice to hydrate some or all of the bulgur in bulgur salad with turnip juice. Because the drink can be salty and strongly flavored, start with less and top up with warm water if the bulgur needs more liquid.
Bulgur salad with turnip juice usually contains fine bulgur, turnip juice, tomato or pepper paste, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, and scallions. Cucumber, tomato, or pomegranate molasses are optional additions; adjust them to complement the juice’s acidity.
Bulgur salad with turnip juice is a variation of Turkish kısır, not a wholly separate dish. Its defining change is using fermented turnip juice to flavor and color the bulgur, while standard kısır is typically hydrated with water and seasoned with paste, lemon, and herbs.
Fine bulgur is best for bulgur salad with turnip juice because it softens quickly and gives the dish its characteristic tender, salad-like texture. Coarse bulgur takes longer to absorb liquid and leaves the finished dish noticeably chewier.
Yes, make bulgur salad with turnip juice less salty by replacing part of the juice with warm water and choosing an unsalted or lower-salt paste. Taste before adding extra salt, since the fermented drink may already season the bulgur.
Bulgur salad with turnip juice is usually served cool or at room temperature, rather than hot. Letting it rest after mixing helps the bulgur absorb the dressing; stir in delicate herbs close to serving so they stay fresh.
Store leftover bulgur salad with turnip juice in a covered container in the refrigerator. The bulgur may continue to absorb moisture, so loosen it with a little lemon juice or water before serving if it has become dry.
Bulgur salad with turnip juice pairs well with crisp lettuce, grilled vegetables, or yogurt-based dips. Its tangy, savory flavor also works as part of a mezze spread; serve milder sides if the turnip juice is especially sharp or salty.
Vitamins
B3
1.98mg · 12% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Vitamin C
10.8mg · 12% DV
Folate
39.6µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.23mg · 26% DV
Sodium
378mg · 16% DV
Manganese
0.34mg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
97mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
216mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Bulgur salad with turnip juice is a variation on Turkish kısır, made with fine bulgur softened with şalgam, then mixed with herbs, tomato paste, lemon and olive oil. The name can be misleading: Turkish şalgam is usually a tangy fermented drink made mainly from purple carrots, rather than plain turnip juice, and it gives the salad its distinctive savoury-sour edge.
The bulgur stays pleasantly chewy, while herbs and lemon keep the dish fresh and bright. In Turkey, kısır is often served as a light meal, at a tea gathering or alongside other small dishes; it also works well as a picnic salad. It provides carbohydrates and fibre, with vegetables adding freshness. For a lighter version, use a little less oil and add extra herbs or chopped vegetables.
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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
0.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.