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Circassian chicken salad Calories
Traditional salad with boiled chicken, walnuts, yogurt, garlic, and bread
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Circassian chicken salad (120 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 165 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.4 g of carbs, 16.2 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 3.7 mg of B3 covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Circassian chicken salad Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
198
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
9.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
16.2g
· 32% DV
Fat
10.2g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 19% · Protein 33% · Fat 48%
Circassian chicken salad nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.2 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.44 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% |
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 Circassian chicken salad?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 198 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 30 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 132 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 130 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 297 kcal |
Calculated from 165 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Circassian chicken salad
What is Circassian chicken salad?
Circassian chicken salad is a chilled dish of shredded cooked chicken coated in a walnut-and-garlic sauce. Bread softens and thickens the sauce, and recipes may also include yogurt; it is commonly served as a starter or part of a spread.
Is Circassian chicken salad served hot or cold?
Circassian chicken salad is usually served cold or cool, rather than hot. Chilling it briefly after mixing lets the walnut sauce cling to the chicken and makes it convenient to serve as a make-ahead appetizer.
How do you make Circassian chicken salad?
To make Circassian chicken salad, cook the chicken, shred it, and mix it with a sauce of ground walnuts, garlic, softened bread, and enough chicken broth to loosen it. Chill before serving and garnish with walnuts or paprika oil if desired.
Does Circassian chicken salad traditionally contain yogurt?
Not always. Traditional Circassian chicken salad commonly gets its creamy texture from ground walnuts, bread, and chicken broth; yogurt is included in some Turkish home-style versions, while other recipes use mayonnaise.
Can you use rotisserie chicken for Circassian chicken salad?
Yes, you can use rotisserie chicken for Circassian chicken salad if you remove the skin and bones and shred the meat. Since it may already be salty or seasoned, taste the walnut sauce before adding extra salt.
What kind of bread goes in Circassian chicken salad?
Circassian chicken salad is typically thickened with soft bread or stale bread soaked in chicken broth. Remove a thick crust if it stays tough, then blend or mash the bread with the walnuts and garlic for a smoother sauce.
What should you serve with Circassian chicken salad?
Serve Circassian chicken salad with fresh bread, crisp greens, or other light meze. Its walnut sauce and chicken make it substantial, so it also works as part of a cold buffet alongside simpler vegetable dishes.
How long does Circassian chicken salad last in the fridge?
Circassian chicken salad keeps for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Because it contains cooked chicken, return it to the fridge promptly after serving and avoid leaving it out for an extended period.
Can you freeze Circassian chicken salad?
Freezing Circassian chicken salad is not ideal. Yogurt or mayonnaise can separate after thawing, and the walnut-and-bread sauce may turn grainy or watery; make it fresh and refrigerate leftovers instead.
Can Circassian chicken salad be made without mayonnaise?
Yes, Circassian chicken salad can be made without mayonnaise. Ground walnuts, bread, garlic, and chicken broth form a creamy traditional-style sauce; some cooks add yogurt for tang, but it is optional.
Circassian chicken salad Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
3.72mg · 23% DV
B5
0.96mg · 19% DV
B6
0.28mg · 16% DV
Biotin
4.2µg · 14% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
132mg · 19% DV
Selenium
10µg · 18% DV
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Manganese
0.28mg · 12% DV
Sodium
252mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
252mg · 7% DV
Circassian chicken salad Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Circassian chicken salad
To burn the 198 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 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 Circassian chicken salad?
Circassian chicken salad is a Turkish table favourite rooted in Circassian cooking. It combines boiled, shredded chicken with a creamy mixture of walnuts, garlic, bread and yogurt; recipes vary, and some use chicken broth to loosen the sauce.
It is savoury and gently garlicky, with a soft, rich texture and little bits of walnut. In Turkey it is commonly served cold as a meze, at gatherings or alongside a main meal, rather than as a leafy salad. Elsewhere, it works well as a shareable starter or lunch with bread and fresh vegetables. Chicken makes it a protein-containing option, with 13.5 g per 100 g. For a lighter serving, use a modest amount of bread and add a crisp salad on the side.
How Nutritious Is Circassian chicken salad?
Nutrient density
High
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 Circassian chicken salad 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 Circassian chicken salad Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Circassian chicken salad Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
Circassian chicken salad Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 26.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (26.4:1).
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