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Probiotic and refreshing
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Kefir cucumber parsley shake (250 g) has 108 calories. That works out to 43 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.3 g of carbs, 6.3 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 70 µg of Vitamin K covers 58% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
108
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
10.3g
· 4% DV
Protein
6.3g
· 13% DV
Fat
4.3g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 39% · Protein 24% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 108 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.3 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.63 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 105 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% |
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) | 250 g | 108 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 330 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 151 kcal |
Calculated from 43 calories per 100 g.
Blend plain kefir with chopped cucumber and parsley until smooth to make a kefir cucumber parsley shake. Serve it cold, and add a little more kefir if you prefer a thinner drink. A squeeze of lemon is an optional bright finish.
A kefir cucumber parsley shake is made with plain kefir, cucumber and parsley. Lemon juice, mint or a small pinch of salt can complement the fresh, tangy flavor, but sweeteners are not usually needed.
Yes, you can blend a kefir cucumber parsley shake ahead, but it tastes freshest soon after making. Keep it covered in the refrigerator and shake or stir it before drinking, since the ingredients may separate as they stand.
No, peeling the cucumber is optional for a kefir cucumber parsley shake. Wash it well and trim the ends; leaving the skin on gives the drink a greener flavor and a slightly more textured finish.
No, ordinary blending does not instantly destroy the live cultures in kefir, so a kefir cucumber parsley shake can still contain them. Avoid heating the drink, and use kefir that is labeled as containing live cultures.
A kefir cucumber parsley shake does not cause weight loss by itself. It can be a lighter alternative to a sugary drink, but whether it supports a weight-loss plan depends on the rest of your meals and portions.
Yes, tender parsley stems can go into a kefir cucumber parsley shake; they are edible and blendable. Use mostly leaves for a milder flavor, or include the stems for a more pronounced herbal taste.
Add lemon juice or fresh mint to a kefir cucumber parsley shake for a brighter, fresher flavor. If the kefir tastes too tangy, a little extra cucumber can soften the taste without turning the drink into a sweet smoothie.
Yes, plain yogurt can replace kefir in a similar cucumber-and-parsley drink, though it will no longer have kefir’s distinctive flavor or cultures. Thin the yogurt with water until the drink reaches a pourable consistency.
A kefir cucumber parsley shake can be a refreshing post-workout drink, and kefir provides some protein. For a more substantial recovery snack, have it alongside food that supplies additional carbohydrates and protein.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
70µg · 58% DV
B12
0.8µg · 33% DV
B2
0.35mg · 27% DV
B5
0.73mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Iodine
48µg · 32% DV
Phosphorus
208mg · 30% DV
Calcium
255mg · 26% DV
Potassium ⭐
408mg · 12% DV
Sodium
105mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 108 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):
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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.
The kefir cucumber parsley shake blends tangy kefir with watery cucumber and the fresh, green flavour of parsley. It is a simple chilled drink made by blending the ingredients until smooth, rather than a dish tied to one particular regional tradition. You can make it thick enough to sip slowly or thin it with a little water.
Serve it cold as a light snack or alongside a simple meal, especially in warm weather. Its tart, savoury character makes a refreshing change from sweet smoothies; in Turkey, it can also sit comfortably beside breakfast foods. Nutritionally, it is a relatively light drink, with kefir contributing some protein. Use plain kefir to keep the flavour savoury, and add parsley gradually if you want the cucumber and kefir to remain prominent.
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.
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
2.63g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.