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Yogurt-based, salty, refreshing drink
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Köfteci Yusuf ayran (200 g) has 76 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.4 g of carbs, 4.4 g of protein, 2.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 180 mg of Phosphorus covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
76
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
6.4g
· 2% DV
Protein
4.4g
· 9% DV
Fat
2.4g
· 3% 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 40% · Protein 27% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 76 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.4 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 4.4 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) | 200 g | 76 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 100 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 200 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 300 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 1000 g | 380 kcal |
Calculated from 38 calories per 100 g.
Köfteci Yusuf ayran is a chilled yogurt-based drink served at the Turkish restaurant chain. Ayran is traditionally made by mixing yogurt with water and often salt, and is commonly paired with grilled meat.
Köfteci Yusuf ayran is yogurt-based; traditional ayran contains yogurt, water and usually salt. The restaurant’s exact recipe or any additional ingredients may not be publicly specified, so ask the restaurant if you need precise product details.
Köfteci Yusuf ayran pairs well with köfte because its cool, tangy taste balances the savory flavor of grilled meat. Serving ayran alongside köfte is also a familiar combination in Turkish dining.
No, Köfteci Yusuf ayran is not normally carbonated. It is a yogurt drink, not a fizzy soft drink; if a serving seems unusually bubbly or smells off, do not drink it.
You cannot assume that Köfteci Yusuf ayran contains live probiotics just because it is yogurt-based. Whether live cultures remain depends on how the yogurt and finished drink were made, handled and stored.
Usually, yes: traditional ayran is salted, though the exact saltiness of Köfteci Yusuf ayran can vary. If you are limiting sodium, ask the restaurant about its preparation and choose water alongside your meal.
Yes, you can make a similar ayran at home by whisking plain yogurt with cold water and a little salt until smooth. It may taste different because Köfteci Yusuf’s exact yogurt, proportions and preparation method are not necessarily public.
Drink a served cup of Köfteci Yusuf ayran promptly rather than saving it for later. If you do keep it, refrigerate it right away and consume it soon; discard ayran that has been left out for an extended time.
It may cause symptoms because Köfteci Yusuf ayran is yogurt-based and may contain lactose. Some people tolerate yogurt better than milk, but that does not make this ayran lactose-free or suitable for everyone with lactose intolerance.
It can be safe during pregnancy if it is made with pasteurized dairy and has been kept properly chilled. The exact milk processing for a restaurant serving may not be clear, so ask Köfteci Yusuf; consult your healthcare professional if you are unsure.
Vitamins
B12
0.56µg · 23% DV
B2
0.26mg · 20% DV
Biotin
4.6µg · 15% DV
B5
0.7mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
180mg · 26% DV
Calcium
240mg · 24% DV
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
320mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 76 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Köfteci Yusuf ayran is the Turkish restaurant’s take on ayran, a traditional drink made by whisking yogurt with water and salt. It is usually pourable, sometimes lightly foamy, with a cool, tangy and savoury taste. In Turkey, ayran is a familiar partner for köfte, kebabs and other grilled foods, and is especially welcome with a meal on a warm day. It can also be enjoyed on its own as a refreshing alternative to a sweet drink.
Yogurt gives it some protein, while the drink remains relatively light: 100 g provides 38 calories and 2.2 g of protein. Its saltiness works well alongside richly seasoned food. For a lighter meal, pair it with a salad or vegetable dishes; if you are watching your salt intake, keep the portion in mind alongside the rest of your meal.
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
— 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
1.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.