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A thick yogurt, garlic, and herb dip with protein and calcium.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Herbed haydari (40 g) has 63 calories. That works out to 158 calories per 100 g. It contains 2 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 66.4 mg of Phosphorus covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 40 g
63
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
2g
· 1% DV
Protein
2.9g
· 6% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% 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 13% · Protein 19% · Fat 68%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 63 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.68 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 164 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 40 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 32 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 95 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 119 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 158 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 379 kcal |
Calculated from 158 calories per 100 g.
Herbed haydari is a thick Turkish yogurt meze made with garlic, herbs, and often olive oil. It is served chilled as a dip or alongside grilled foods, rather than as a pourable yogurt sauce.
Mix thick strained yogurt with finely chopped herbs, crushed garlic, and a little olive oil to make herbed haydari. Chill it before serving so the flavors blend, then finish with a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
No, herbed haydari is usually thicker and centers on strained yogurt, garlic, and herbs. Tzatziki commonly includes cucumber, while haydari is often made without it and served as a denser Turkish meze.
Dill, mint, and parsley are common choices for herbed haydari, and some versions include basil or other fresh greens. Chop the herbs finely and dry them well after washing to help keep the dip thick.
Herbed haydari pairs well with kebabs, grilled vegetables, meat, or fish, and it is also served with bread as part of a meze spread. Its thick texture makes it easy to scoop or spread.
Yes, herbed haydari can be made ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator until serving. Give it a gentle stir before bringing it to the table, and add any finishing olive oil just before serving.
Herbed haydari keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Use a clean spoon each time, and discard it if you notice mold, an unusual smell, or a change in color.
Freezing herbed haydari is not recommended because yogurt can separate and turn grainy as it thaws. The fresh herbs may also lose their texture, so it is better to prepare only what you can refrigerate and serve soon.
Yes, plain Greek yogurt works well in herbed haydari because it is thick and strained. Choose an unsweetened version, then adjust the garlic, herbs, and olive oil to suit the texture and flavor you want.
Yes, herbed haydari can be spread in a sandwich or wrap in place of a sauce. Its thick texture works especially well with grilled vegetables or meat; avoid adding wet ingredients that could make the bread soggy.
Vitamins
B12
0.19µg · 8% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Vitamin K
7.2µg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.24µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
66mg · 9% DV
Calcium
82mg · 8% DV
Sodium
164mg · 7% DV
Iodine
8.8µg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
94mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Herbed haydari is a Turkish cold dip made with thick, strained yogurt, garlic and herbs; dill or mint are common, though the mix varies by cook. It has a dense, creamy texture and a pleasantly tangy, savoury flavour, with the garlic and herbs cutting through the richness.
In Turkey it is served chilled as part of a meze spread, alongside grilled dishes, or simply scooped up with bread. It also works well as a dip with raw vegetables. Its yogurt base gives it protein and calcium, while the oil often added makes it richer than plain yogurt. For a lighter version, use less oil and pair it with cucumber or pepper strips.
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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.22g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.