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Yogurt-based drink, source of protein and calcium, refreshing
In season: Summer · Spring
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Eker Ayran (200 g) has 76 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.6 g of carbs, 4.4 g of protein, 2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 170 mg of Phosphorus covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Eker Ayran is a ready-to-drink version of ayran, the Turkish savoury yoghurt drink traditionally made by whisking yoghurt with water and salt. It is smooth and pourable, with a tangy, gently salty taste; shaking or whisking it can bring back the light foam on top.
In Turkey, ayran is commonly served alongside kebabs, pide, lahmacun and home-cooked meals, and is especially refreshing on a warm day. It also works as a simple drink with lunch. It provides some protein and calcium while remaining relatively light, so it pairs well with rich or spicy food. Give the container a shake before pouring, and choose a less salty accompaniment if you want to keep the meal’s overall saltiness in check.
Selected: 100 g
38
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
4.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
2.2g
· 4% DV
Fat
1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 25% · Fat 26%
Vitamins
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
B5
0.36mg · 7% DV
Biotin
2.2µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
85mg · 12% DV
Calcium
110mg · 11% DV
Sodium
180mg · 8% DV
Iodine
7µg · 5% DV
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.
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 38 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not 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
SATURATED
0.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Eker Ayran is a chilled Turkish yogurt drink made in the style of ayran, a traditional blend of yogurt, water and salt. It is commonly served with meals rather than as a sweet drink.
Eker Ayran tastes tangy, lightly salty and refreshing, with a smooth yogurt flavor. It is not sweet like a yogurt smoothie, and its thickness can vary with the product formulation.
You cannot tell from the name alone whether Eker Ayran contains live cultures at the time you drink it. Check the package for information about cultures and processing; a yogurt-based drink is not automatically a probiotic product.
Yes, Eker Ayran can work in cold soups, marinades or some batter recipes. Heating it directly may cause the yogurt-based drink to separate, so add it gradually and avoid a hard boil.
Yes, Eker Ayran can be frozen, but thawing may leave it separated or grainy. Stir it well after thawing and use it in a recipe if the texture is no longer pleasant to drink.
Keep opened Eker Ayran refrigerated with the container closed and drink it promptly. Follow the package’s storage directions and use-by information, since handling and the product’s specific instructions affect how long it keeps.
Yes, Eker Ayran is yogurt-based and may contain lactose. People with lactose intolerance can experience digestive symptoms, and the amount they tolerate varies; it is not a lactose-free drink unless the package says so.
Eker Ayran has a lightly salty taste because salt is a traditional part of ayran. The sodium amount can differ by product, so people limiting sodium should check the nutrition information on the package.
No, Eker Ayran is not the same as kefir. Ayran is a yogurt drink diluted with water and usually salted, while kefir is fermented with kefir cultures and typically has a different tang and texture.
Yes, Eker Ayran is often served cold alongside spicy dishes. Its cool, tangy yogurt flavor can balance the heat, making it a familiar pairing with kebabs, wraps and other richly seasoned foods.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.