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Gherkin Pickle Cacık Calories
Cooling yogurt dip with protein and probiotics; high in sodium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Gherkin Pickle Cacık (200 g) has 130 calories. That works out to 65 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.6 g of carbs, 8.2 g of protein, 6.2 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 224 mg of Phosphorus covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Gherkin Pickle Cacık Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
130
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
8.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
8.2g
· 16% DV
Fat
6.2g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 28% · Protein 27% · Fat 45%
Gherkin Pickle Cacık nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.2 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.9 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.16 g | |
| Sodium | 860 mg | 37% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Gherkin Pickle Cacık?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 10 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 20 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 250 g | 163 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 195 kcal |
Calculated from 65 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gherkin Pickle Cacık
What is gherkin pickle cacık?
Gherkin pickle cacık is a cold Turkish yogurt dip made with chopped pickled gherkins, often with garlic and herbs. The pickles give it a sharper, saltier taste than versions made with fresh cucumber.
How do you make gherkin pickle cacık?
To make gherkin pickle cacık, stir finely chopped gherkins and crushed garlic into plain yogurt. Add a little cold water if you want a thinner dip, then finish with mint or dill and serve chilled.
How is gherkin pickle cacık different from regular cacık?
Gherkin pickle cacık uses pickled gherkins instead of fresh cucumber, so it tastes tangier and saltier than regular cacık. Fresh-cucumber cacık is usually milder, and often needs more seasoning to bring out its flavor.
What do you serve with gherkin pickle cacık?
Serve gherkin pickle cacık cold alongside grilled meat, kebabs, rice, or roasted vegetables. Its tartness cuts through rich or spicy dishes, and it also works as a dip with warm flatbread.
Can you add fresh cucumber to gherkin pickle cacık?
Yes, fresh cucumber can be added to gherkin pickle cacık to soften the pickles’ sharp, salty flavor. Grate or finely chop it, and squeeze out excess water first so the yogurt dip does not become runny.
Why is gherkin pickle cacık so salty?
Gherkin pickle cacık can taste salty because brined gherkins bring salt into the yogurt. Rinse or briefly soak the chopped pickles, and taste the mixture before adding any extra salt.
Which herbs go well in gherkin pickle cacık?
Mint and dill both work well in gherkin pickle cacık. Mint gives the yogurt dip a fresh, cooling flavor, while dill adds a more distinctive herbal note; use one or combine them to taste.
How long does gherkin pickle cacık keep in the fridge?
Keep gherkin pickle cacık covered in the refrigerator and eat it soon for the best texture and flavor. Use a clean spoon when serving, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture changes noticeably.
Can you freeze gherkin pickle cacık?
No, freezing gherkin pickle cacık is not recommended. The yogurt can separate and turn grainy or watery after thawing, so it is better to make the dip fresh and refrigerate any leftovers.
Is gherkin pickle cacık healthy to eat regularly?
Gherkin pickle cacık provides protein from yogurt, but the pickles can make it high in sodium. It can fit into meals regularly, though using fewer pickles and avoiding extra salt helps keep its saltiness in check.
Gherkin Pickle Cacık Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.36mg · 28% DV
B12
0.64µg · 27% DV
Biotin
4.2µg · 14% DV
B5
0.64mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Sodium
860mg · 37% DV
Phosphorus
224mg · 32% DV
Calcium
290mg · 29% DV
Iodine
36µg · 24% DV
Potassium ⭐
340mg · 10% DV
Gherkin Pickle Cacık Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Gherkin Pickle Cacık
To burn the 130 calories in 1 serving (medium) (200 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Gherkin Pickle Cacık?
Gherkin Pickle Cacık is a Turkish-style yogurt dip made by folding chopped pickled gherkins into yogurt. It keeps cacık’s cool, tangy character, while the pickles add extra sharpness and salt; fresh mint or a little garlic may also be used. Its texture ranges from thick dip to a looser, spoonable side, depending on how the yogurt is prepared.
In Turkey it is served chilled as a meze or alongside rice, grilled dishes and summer meals. It offers some protein from the yogurt, but the pickle can make it quite salty. Use less pickle and skip the brine if you prefer a milder, lighter-tasting version.
How Nutritious Is Gherkin Pickle Cacık?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Gherkin Pickle Cacık Processed?
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.
Does Gherkin Pickle Cacık Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Gherkin Pickle Cacık Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Gherkin Pickle Cacık Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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