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Diluted fermented turnip beverage; low-calorie, salty drink
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Diluted turnip juice (240 g) has 19 calories. That works out to 8 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.8 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
19
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
3.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 88% · Protein 12% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 19 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 672 mg | 29% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 2 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 40 kcal |
Calculated from 8 calories per 100 g.
Diluted turnip juice is fermented şalgam juice mixed with water. Despite the English name, Turkish şalgam is commonly made with black carrots, along with ingredients such as bulgur, salt and seasonings; recipes vary.
Usually not strongly. Turkish şalgam juice is often made mainly with black carrots, so its taste is typically tangy, salty and earthy rather than like plain cooked turnip. Dilution makes that flavor less concentrated.
It may contain live microorganisms because it is fermented, but diluted turnip juice is not guaranteed to provide live cultures. Processing and storage affect them, so it should not be relied on as a probiotic supplement.
Its tart, savory taste cuts through the rich flavors of grilled meat, which is why şalgam is a familiar accompaniment to kebabs in Turkey. It is commonly served cold, with spicy and mild versions available.
It can be, but many versions are mild. Spicy şalgam usually gets its heat from added pepper, and dilution may soften the flavor without making every product mild. Look for a mild or non-spicy version if you prefer less heat.
It is made as a non-alcoholic fermented beverage, not as an alcoholic drink. Fermentation can produce trace alcohol, and the amount may vary by product and process; people who must avoid alcohol should check product details.
Serve diluted turnip juice chilled, either on its own or alongside a meal. In Turkey, it is especially common with kebabs and other grilled foods; choose a spicy or mild version to suit your taste.
Yes, you can use diluted turnip juice to add a tangy, salty note to dressings or marinades. Taste it before adding extra salt, since şalgam can already be salty, and avoid cooking it for a long time if you want to preserve its fresh flavor.
Keep opened diluted turnip juice refrigerated with the cap tightly closed, and follow the storage instructions on its container. If you dilute it at home, use a clean covered container and avoid leaving it at room temperature for extended periods.
You can include it regularly if its saltiness fits your diet, but daily servings can add up to a meaningful amount of sodium. Choose a less salty option or smaller servings if you are watching your salt intake.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
3.6mg · 4% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Folate
9.6µg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
672mg · 29% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
108mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Known as şalgam suyu, this diluted Turkish fermented drink is associated especially with Adana and southern Turkey. Traditional şalgam is made by fermenting purple carrots and turnip with water and salt; some recipes use a bulgur-based starter. Dilution softens its tangy, savoury flavour, and it is usually served chilled.
In Turkey, it is a familiar partner for kebabs, lahmacun and other grilled or street foods, and may be spicy or mild. It is very low in calories—8 per 100 g—but can taste quite salty. If you are watching your salt intake, choose a small glass or dilute it further.
Low
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 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ 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
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.