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Traditional fermented turnip beverage, probiotic, low calorie
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Doğanay Şalgam (200 g) has 30 calories. That works out to 15 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.4 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
30
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
6.4g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 94% · Protein 6% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 30 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 640 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.4 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) | 200 g | 30 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 1000 g | 150 kcal |
Calculated from 15 calories per 100 g.
Doğanay Şalgam is a fermented Turkish drink made mainly from black carrots, with a tangy, salty taste. Its heat varies by variety, and it is commonly served chilled alongside savory meals.
No. Despite the name, Doğanay Şalgam is generally made chiefly from fermented black carrots; turnip may also be part of traditional şalgam. It is not simply juice pressed from ordinary white or purple turnips.
Doğanay Şalgam is based on fermented black carrots, water, and salt; traditional şalgam may also use turnip and grain-based ingredients to start fermentation. The exact ingredient list can vary by product variety, so the package is the best source for that bottle.
No, Doğanay Şalgam is made as a nonalcoholic fermented drink, not as an alcoholic beverage. Fermentation can produce trace residual alcohol, though, so check the product information if you need to avoid alcohol completely.
Doğanay Şalgam is usually served cold in a glass, often with kebabs and other savory Turkish dishes. Some people drink it on its own, while others use it as a tangy accompaniment rather than a sweet beverage.
Yes, Doğanay Şalgam is sold in spicy and non-spicy varieties. The spicy version has a noticeable pepper kick, while the mild one is a better choice if you want the fermented tang without much heat.
Doğanay Şalgam is fermented and may contain live beneficial bacteria, but fermentation alone does not confirm how many survive in a particular bottle. Processing and storage affect live cultures, so it should not be relied on for a guaranteed probiotic dose.
Doğanay Şalgam can share pickle brine’s salty, sour character, but it has a distinct fermented black-carrot flavor. It is a fermented vegetable drink rather than simply liquid from a jar of pickles.
Keep opened Doğanay Şalgam tightly capped in the refrigerator. Follow the bottle’s directions for how soon to finish it, since the recommended period after opening can depend on the product.
Doğanay Şalgam contains salt, which contributes to its savory taste, and too much sodium can raise blood pressure. If you have high blood pressure or have been told to limit sodium, keep your serving modest and check the package’s sodium information.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
3mg · 3% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B5
0.06mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
640mg · 28% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.08mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
14mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
76mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Doğanay Şalgam is a bottled version of şalgam, Turkey’s traditionally fermented, savoury drink, closely associated with the south of the country. It is typically made by fermenting black carrots and turnip in salted water. Tangy, distinctly earthy and often quite salty, it may also come in a spicy style. In Turkey it is commonly served cold alongside kebabs and other hearty meals; Turkish restaurants and communities abroad often serve it the same way. It works particularly well with grilled or richly seasoned food.
It is low in calories, with 15 calories per 100 g, and its fermented character is part of its appeal. If you prefer a milder drink, start with a small glass or dilute it with water.
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 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
— 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.