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Dried yogurt-cucumber dip, spiced
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Kuru cacı (40 g) has 84 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.4 g of carbs, 4.1 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
84
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
7.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
4.1g
· 8% DV
Fat
4.3g
· 6% 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 35% · Protein 19% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 84 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.3 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.48 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 168 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% |
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 piece (medium) | 40 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 35 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 168 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 210 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Kuru cacı is a dried, spiced yogurt-and-cucumber preparation related to cacık. Unlike a fresh dip, it has much less moisture and may be eaten in pieces or softened with liquid, depending on the product.
No. Both draw on the combination of yogurt and cucumber, but Kuru cacı is the dried Turkish preparation, while tzatziki is typically served as a fresh, moist dip. Their seasonings and textures can also differ.
Yes, if it is sold as ready-to-eat pieces, Kuru cacı can be eaten dry. Some products are intended to be softened before serving, so use the package directions to tell whether it is a snack or a dip base.
Add a little water to Kuru cacı, stir, and let it stand until it reaches the texture you want. For a thicker, creamier dip, use yogurt instead; add liquid gradually so the mixture does not become runny.
Keep opened Kuru cacı dry, sealed, and away from heat and humidity; its package gives the best use-by guidance. Once you have mixed it with water or yogurt, refrigerate it and treat it like a prepared dairy dip.
Yes, Kuru cacı can be made at home by combining yogurt and cucumber with seasoning, then drying the mixture thoroughly. Use a food-safe drying method and clean equipment, and store the finished product airtight once it is fully dry.
Kuru cacı is deliberately dried, so it is firmer and less moist than fresh cacık. That texture helps distinguish it from a spoonable yogurt dip; soften it with a small amount of water or yogurt if you prefer.
Kuru cacı works alongside grilled meat, kebabs, rice, or roasted vegetables as a tangy, savory accompaniment. Serve it dry in pieces or soften it first when you want a dip-like texture.
Kuru cacı is seasoned according to the recipe or brand. Mint and garlic suit its yogurt-and-cucumber base, while other herbs or spices may be used; the exact flavor is not identical across versions.
Keep unopened or dry Kuru cacı according to its package directions, protected from moisture. Refrigerate it after adding water or yogurt, since the rehydrated mixture is perishable and should not be stored like the dry product.
Vitamins
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B12
0.24µg · 10% DV
B5
0.36mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.12µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
168mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
48mg · 7% DV
Calcium
64mg · 6% DV
Zinc
0.44mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
104mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 84 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Kuru cacı is a Turkish-style dried yogurt and cucumber dip, seasoned with spices. Drying gives it a concentrated, tangy savouriness; depending on how it is prepared, it may be firm or crumbly rather than creamy.
In Turkey it can be served as a meze with bread or fresh vegetables. To bring it closer to a soft dip, stir in a little water and let it stand until it loosens; follow any preparation directions supplied with the product. It provides some protein—10.2 g per 100 g—and is flavourful enough to pair well with simple, fresh accompaniments. For a lighter spread, serve modest portions alongside plenty of vegetables.
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 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.
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
2.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 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.