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Cigkofte with lettuce Calories
Traditional Turkish bulgur and spice mix, served with lettuce
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
100 g of Cigkofte with lettuce has 140 calories. It contains 27 g of carbs, 3.5 g of protein, 2.5 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 40 µg of Vitamin K covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cigkofte with lettuce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
140
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
27g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.5g
· 7% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 75% · Protein 10% · Fat 15%
Cigkofte with lettuce nutrition facts table · 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.5 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 420 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Cigkofte with lettuce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 20 g | 28 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 60 g | 84 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 160 g | 224 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 250 g | 350 kcal |
Calculated from 140 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cigkofte with lettuce
What is Cigkofte with lettuce made of?
Cigkofte with lettuce is usually made from fine bulgur kneaded with tomato or pepper paste, hot pepper, onion, and spices. Commercial versions are generally meat-free, though recipes vary; lemon, pomegranate molasses, and herbs may be added when serving.
Is Cigkofte with lettuce made with raw meat?
Most Cigkofte with lettuce sold in Turkey is meat-free. Traditional çiğköfte recipes used raw minced meat, which is kneaded with bulgur and spices rather than cooked; ask the seller about ingredients if you need to know whether a particular version contains meat.
How do you eat Cigkofte with lettuce?
Put a piece of Cigkofte with lettuce into a washed lettuce leaf, squeeze over lemon, and fold the leaf around it. You can also eat the lettuce on the side instead of wrapping each bite; parsley and lemon are common accompaniments.
Why is Cigkofte with lettuce served in lettuce leaves?
Lettuce adds a cool, crisp contrast to the spicy, dense bulgur mixture and makes it easy to eat without bread. Use dry leaves so they stay crisp and hold the filling instead of becoming soggy.
Where does Cigkofte with lettuce come from?
Çiğköfte is a dish associated with southeastern Turkey, particularly Şanlıurfa and Adıyaman. Local styles differ in their spices, heat, and kneading, while serving the meat-free version with lettuce has become common across Turkey.
How long does Cigkofte with lettuce last in the fridge?
Keep Cigkofte with lettuce refrigerated in a covered container and eat it as soon as possible, ideally the same day. Store the lettuce separately to keep it crisp, and do not save portions that have been left at room temperature for a long time.
Can you freeze Cigkofte with lettuce?
You can freeze the bulgur mixture, but its texture may become softer or less cohesive after thawing. Freeze it without the lettuce in an airtight container, then thaw it in the refrigerator; fresh çiğköfte generally has a better texture.
What goes well with Cigkofte with lettuce?
Cigkofte with lettuce is commonly served with lemon, parsley, and sometimes pickles or ayran. The lettuce and lemon provide a fresh contrast to the spicy bulgur mixture; add lavaş if you want to turn it into a more filling wrap.
How do you make Cigkofte with lettuce at home?
To make Cigkofte with lettuce, knead fine bulgur with hot water until it softens, then work in pepper paste, spices, and finely grated onion until cohesive. Shape the mixture into small pieces and serve with washed lettuce and lemon; recipes vary in seasoning.
Is Cigkofte with lettuce spicy?
Cigkofte with lettuce is often spicy because isot or other hot peppers are common ingredients, but the heat level varies by recipe and seller. Choose a mild version if available, or balance each bite with lettuce and lemon.
Cigkofte with lettuce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
40µg · 33% DV
Vitamin A
120µg · 13% DV
Biotin
2.5µg · 8% DV
Vitamin C
7mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Sodium
420mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
60mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
210mg · 6% DV
Cigkofte with lettuce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cigkofte with lettuce
To burn the 140 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Cigkofte with lettuce?
Cigkofte with lettuce is a Turkish dish, especially associated with the country’s southeast, made by kneading fine bulgur with pepper paste and spices. The common version served today is meat-free, with lettuce leaves on the side for wrapping.
Its flavour is warmly spiced, often a little tangy, and the bulgur mixture has a firm, chewy texture. Wrap a portion in a lettuce leaf and add lemon; it also makes a handy sharing dish or light meal. It is mainly a source of carbohydrate, with some fibre: a 100 g serving has 4.5 g of fibre. For a lighter plate, use plenty of lettuce and go easy on any extra sauce.
How Nutritious Is Cigkofte with lettuce?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Cigkofte with lettuce Processed?
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.
Does Cigkofte with lettuce Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cigkofte with lettuce 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
Cigkofte with lettuce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8:1).
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