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Couscous salad with yogurt Calories
Refreshing salad with yogurt and couscous
In season: Summer · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Couscous salad with yogurt (150 g) has 165 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.3 g of carbs, 5.4 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Couscous salad with yogurt Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 150 g
165
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
26.3g
· 10% DV
Protein
5.4g
· 11% DV
Fat
3.8g
· 5% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 13% · Fat 22%
Couscous salad with yogurt nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 165 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.8 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.95 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 180 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.3 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% |
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 Cup of Couscous salad with yogurt?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 165 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 75 g | 83 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 250 g | 275 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Couscous salad with yogurt
How do you make couscous salad with yogurt?
Couscous salad with yogurt is made by combining cooked, cooled couscous with a seasoned yogurt dressing and add-ins such as chopped vegetables or herbs. Let the couscous cool before mixing so the dressing stays creamy rather than turning runny.
Is couscous in couscous salad with yogurt a grain or pasta?
The small couscous commonly used in couscous salad with yogurt is made from semolina, so it is a type of pasta rather than a whole grain. Pearl couscous is larger and also pasta; cook either kind according to its package directions.
Can you use Greek yogurt in couscous salad with yogurt?
Yes, Greek yogurt works well in couscous salad with yogurt and gives the dressing a thicker, tangier finish. If it is too thick to coat the couscous, loosen it with a little water or lemon juice before mixing.
Should couscous salad with yogurt be served cold?
Yes, couscous salad with yogurt is usually served chilled or cool. Cooling the cooked couscous first keeps the yogurt dressing from becoming thin, and a short rest in the refrigerator lets the herbs and seasonings blend.
What herbs and vegetables go well in couscous salad with yogurt?
Cucumber, bell pepper, scallions, parsley, mint, and dill all work well in couscous salad with yogurt. Chop vegetables finely and pat watery ones dry so they add crunch and flavor without loosening the dressing.
How do you keep couscous salad with yogurt from getting watery?
To keep couscous salad with yogurt from getting watery, cool and drain the couscous fully, drain any vegetables, and use thick yogurt. Mix the dressing in shortly before serving if your add-ins release a lot of moisture.
Can couscous salad with yogurt be made ahead?
Yes, you can make couscous salad with yogurt ahead and refrigerate it covered. For the freshest texture, keep crisp vegetables separate and stir them in shortly before serving; the couscous may absorb some dressing as it rests.
How long does couscous salad with yogurt last in the fridge?
Couscous salad with yogurt keeps for about 2 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Because it contains yogurt, return it to the fridge promptly after serving and discard any portion left out for an extended time.
Can you freeze couscous salad with yogurt?
No, couscous salad with yogurt does not freeze well. The yogurt dressing can separate after thawing and the couscous may turn soft; freeze plain cooked couscous instead, then add fresh yogurt dressing after it has thawed.
What can you serve with couscous salad with yogurt?
Couscous salad with yogurt pairs well with grilled chicken, kebabs, roasted vegetables, or falafel. Its cool, creamy texture also makes it a useful side for spicy or smoky dishes, or a light lunch served with flatbread.
Couscous salad with yogurt Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.27µg · 11% DV
Biotin
3.3µg · 11% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B5
0.39mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
63mg · 9% DV
Sodium
180mg · 8% DV
Calcium
72mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
135mg · 4% DV
Couscous salad with yogurt Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Couscous salad with yogurt
To burn the 165 calories in 1 cup (medium) (150 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
What is Couscous salad with yogurt?
Couscous salad with yogurt is a chilled Turkish-style salad made by cooking and cooling small pasta pieces known in Turkey as kuskus, then mixing them with yogurt. Recipes vary, and vegetables or herbs may be added. Turkish kuskus is pasta-shaped, rather than the tiny steamed semolina grains often meant by couscous elsewhere.
The result is cool and creamy, with soft, tender pasta. In Turkey it can be served as a side dish or meze, especially at warm-weather meals; elsewhere, it works well alongside grilled vegetables or as part of a casual lunch. It is mainly a carbohydrate-based dish, with some protein from the yogurt. For a lighter, fresher version, use plain yogurt and add chopped herbs.
How Nutritious Is Couscous salad with yogurt?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Couscous salad with yogurt 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 Couscous salad with yogurt Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Couscous salad with yogurt Good For?
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
Couscous salad with yogurt Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.95g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.45g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.4:1).
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