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Traditional sugar-based Turkish delight with walnut
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (small) of Walnut Turkish delight (45 g) has 173 calories. That works out to 385 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.6 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 2.3 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 3 piece (small) · 45 g
173
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
37.6g
· 14% DV
Protein
1.4g
· 3% DV
Fat
2.3g
· 3% 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 85% · Protein 3% · Fat 12%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 173 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.3 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.29 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.6 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (small) | 45 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 46 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 30 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 154 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 45 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 231 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 75 g | 289 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 347 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 385 kcal |
| 8 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 462 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 160 g | 616 kcal |
Calculated from 385 calories per 100 g.
Walnut Turkish delight is typically made from sugar, starch, water and walnuts. Recipes may also use lemon juice or flavorings, and the walnuts can be mixed through the confection or arranged in a layer.
To make Walnut Turkish delight, a sugar-and-starch mixture is cooked until thick, then walnuts are added. The mixture is left to set, cut into pieces and often dusted with starch or powdered sugar to keep the pieces from sticking.
Walnut Turkish delight contains walnuts, which add a distinct nutty flavor and a firmer bite. Plain Turkish delight has no walnut pieces, while other versions may use different flavors, fillings or coatings.
Serve Walnut Turkish delight in small pieces with Turkish tea or coffee. Its sweetness pairs well with unsweetened drinks, and bite-sized portions make it easy to offer as a confection after a meal or to guests.
Keep opened Walnut Turkish delight in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Exposure to air can dry it out, while moisture can make the surface sticky.
The shelf life of unopened Walnut Turkish delight depends on its packaging and storage, so use the date printed on the package. After opening, keep it sealed and discard it if its smell, appearance or texture changes noticeably.
Freezing Walnut Turkish delight is generally not recommended because thawing can make it damp or sticky and alter its texture. Store it sealed in a cool, dry place instead, and open only as much as you plan to serve.
Walnut Turkish delight can become hard when it loses moisture or is stored in unsuitable conditions. Keeping it tightly covered in a cool, dry place helps preserve its soft, chewy texture.
Yes, you can make Walnut Turkish delight at home by cooking sugar and starch with water until the mixture thickens, then stirring in walnuts. It needs time to set before you cut and dust it.
People with diabetes should be cautious with Walnut Turkish delight because it is a sugar-based sweet and can raise blood glucose. The suitable portion depends on an individual’s diabetes plan, so ask your healthcare professional for personal guidance.
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.68µg · 2% DV
Folate
8.1µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
28mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
13mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
52mg · 2% DV
Sodium
14mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 173 calories in 3 piece (small) (45 g):
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Walnut Turkish delight is a bite-sized style of lokum, the Turkish confection made by cooking sugar, starch and water until the mixture sets, then adding walnuts. The nuts may be folded through the soft mixture or placed between pieces, depending on the maker. In Turkey, it is commonly offered with tea or coffee and served to guests, especially at celebrations and holidays. Its yielding, chewy texture contrasts with the walnuts’ crunch. It is chiefly a sugar-and-carbohydrate sweet, with the walnuts adding a little richness; a 100 g portion provides 83.5 g of carbohydrates. Enjoy a small piece alongside unsweetened tea or coffee, or serve it with fresh fruit for a less sugary-feeling treat.
Low
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Low
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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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.29g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.43g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.22g
Omega 6:3 ratio 58.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (58.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.