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Ciya Salad is a refreshing, nutrient-rich salad made with Mediterranean greens, tomatoes, cucumber, fresh herbs, pomegranate molasses, and olive oil.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Ciya Salad (120 g) has 78 calories. That works out to 65 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.4 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 102 µg of Vitamin K covers 85% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
78
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
7.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.9g
· 4% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 38% · Protein 10% · Fat 52%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 78 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.72 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 216 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% |
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) | 120 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra small) | 60 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 52 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 serving (chopped) | 100 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 240 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 250 g | 163 kcal |
Calculated from 65 calories per 100 g.
Ciya Salad combines Mediterranean greens, tomatoes, cucumber, fresh herbs, pomegranate molasses, and olive oil. The particular greens and herbs can vary with the season, while the pomegranate molasses gives the salad its distinctive sweet-tart dressing.
To make Ciya Salad, wash and thoroughly dry the greens and herbs, then chop them with the tomatoes and cucumber. Toss everything with olive oil and pomegranate molasses just before serving so the vegetables stay crisp.
Yes, lemon juice can stand in for pomegranate molasses in Ciya Salad. It makes the dressing brighter and more citrusy, but loses the molasses’s fruity sweetness, so start with a little and adjust to taste.
Fresh parsley and mint work well in Ciya Salad, alongside whatever tender Mediterranean greens are available. Use herbs that taste fresh rather than woody, and dry them well after washing so they do not water down the dressing.
You can wash and chop the Ciya Salad ingredients ahead, but keep the dressing separate. Add the olive oil and pomegranate molasses shortly before serving; dressed greens wilt, and chopped tomatoes and cucumber release liquid as they stand.
Ciya Salad pairs well with grilled vegetables, kebabs, and hearty bean or lentil dishes. Its fresh herbs and tangy pomegranate dressing make a bright contrast to richer mains, or it can be served as part of a mezze spread.
No, Ciya Salad is not simply another name for Turkish shepherd’s salad. Both may include tomatoes and cucumber, but Ciya Salad is characterized by Mediterranean greens, fresh herbs, olive oil, and pomegranate molasses.
To keep Ciya Salad from getting watery, dry the greens thoroughly and add the dressing just before serving. Use a sharp knife for the tomatoes and cucumber, and avoid leaving the dressed salad at room temperature for long.
Yes, bottled pomegranate molasses works in Ciya Salad. Its flavor can range from sharp to quite sweet, so add it gradually and taste the dressing before adding more; a very sweet version may need a little lemon juice.
Ciya Salad is usually served as a side or as part of a larger meal rather than as a complete main dish. It goes especially well beside grilled foods and other Turkish-style dishes, where its fresh, tart flavors balance richer bites.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
102µg · 85% DV
Vitamin A
384µg · 43% DV
Vitamin C
21.6mg · 24% DV
Folate
45.6µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Sodium
216mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
312mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 78 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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Ciya Salad brings together Mediterranean greens, tomato, cucumber and fresh herbs, dressed with olive oil and pomegranate molasses. The result is a Turkish-style salad with a bright, fruity tang rather than a creamy dressing, and a mix of crisp and tender textures.
In Turkey, it works well as a meze or as a fresh side to grilled meats and other substantial dishes; it also makes an easy light lunch. Its vegetables and herbs give it a fresh, fibre-containing profile, while the dressing contributes much of its richness. At 65 calories per 100 g, it is relatively light. Use the oil sparingly for a lighter version, or add beans or grilled cheese when you want a more filling meal.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.