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Probiotic fermented dairy drink with lemon juice
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Fermented ayran with lemon juice (240 g) has 89 calories. That works out to 37 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.4 g of carbs, 4.6 g of protein, 4.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
89
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
7.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
4.6g
· 9% DV
Fat
4.1g
· 5% 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 35% · Protein 22% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 89 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.1 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.52 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 624 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% |
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 | 89 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 6 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 37 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 122 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 360 g | 133 kcal |
Calculated from 37 calories per 100 g.
Fermented ayran with lemon juice is a tangy yogurt-based drink made by combining ayran—a yogurt, water, and often salt mixture—with lemon juice. Its flavor is sharper and more citrusy than plain ayran.
Whisk plain yogurt with cold water until smooth, then stir in lemon juice and salt to taste. Add the lemon gradually and serve promptly, since its acidity can make the yogurt proteins clump.
It may contain live cultures, but fermentation alone does not guarantee that they remain in the finished drink. Heating or pasteurizing after fermentation can reduce or eliminate live cultures.
Yes, the acidity in lemon juice can make fermented ayran with lemon juice curdle or turn grainy. Stir the juice in gradually, avoid heating the drink, and serve it soon after mixing.
Fermented ayran with lemon juice has a brighter citrus flavor and usually tastes more tart than plain ayran. Both are yogurt-based; the precise fermentation process can vary between homemade and commercial versions.
Keep fermented ayran with lemon juice refrigerated in a sealed container after opening. Follow the package’s use-by guidance for a commercial drink, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or taste changes.
Fermented ayran with lemon juice may provide live cultures if they survive processing, but it is not a treatment for digestive problems. Whether it suits you also depends on your tolerance for dairy and acidic drinks.
Yes, fermented ayran with lemon juice can work as a marinade for chicken or vegetables. Its acidity and yogurt base help coat the food; keep the marinating food refrigerated and discard the used marinade.
Yes, fermented ayran with lemon juice can be a refreshing drink after exercise. It provides fluid and some protein from yogurt, but it should not replace water when you need to rehydrate.
Not everyone with lactose intolerance can tolerate fermented ayran with lemon juice. Fermentation may reduce lactose, but the drink is not necessarily lactose-free; avoid it if it triggers symptoms or ask a dietitian for individual guidance.
Vitamins
B12
0.84µg · 35% DV
B2
0.34mg · 26% DV
B5
0.67mg · 13% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Sodium
624mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
163mg · 23% DV
Calcium
204mg · 20% DV
Iodine
19µg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
324mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 89 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 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.
Fermented ayran with lemon juice is a yogurt-based drink made by thinning fermented yogurt with water and adding lemon juice for a bright, tangy note. Ayran is closely associated with Turkey and is also enjoyed in neighbouring regions. It is usually pourable, sometimes lightly frothy, with a creamy-sour taste balanced here by the fresh sharpness of lemon.
In Turkey, ayran is commonly served cold alongside meals such as kebabs, pide and other savoury dishes, especially in warm weather. It also works as a refreshing drink on its own. At 37 calories per 100 g, it is a relatively light dairy drink and provides 1.9 g of protein per 100 g. Chill it well and stir before serving for an even, refreshing texture.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not 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
2.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.