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Traditional dessert with fiber and plant protein
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 bottle (medium) of Lentil aşure (200 g) has 284 calories. That works out to 142 calories per 100 g. It contains 55.6 g of carbs, 8.2 g of protein, 3.6 g of fat and 7.2 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 200 g
284
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
55.6g
· 20% DV
Protein
8.2g
· 16% DV
Fat
3.6g
· 5% DV
Fiber
7.2g
· 26% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 77% · Protein 11% · Fat 12%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 284 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.48 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 56 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 55.6 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% |
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% |
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 bottle (medium) | 200 g | 284 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 20 g | 28 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 341 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 426 kcal |
Calculated from 142 calories per 100 g.
Lentil aşure is a lentil-based variation of aşure, the Turkish dessert often made with grains, legumes, dried fruit and nuts. Recipes differ: lentils may be added to the usual mixture or take the place of some of its other legumes.
To make Lentil aşure, cook the lentils until tender, then simmer them with the recipe’s grain, dried fruit and sweetener until the flavors come together. Cooking ingredients that need different times separately helps prevent the lentils from turning to mush.
Either can be used, but they produce different textures. Red lentils break down and make Lentil aşure thicker and smoother, while green or brown lentils tend to hold their shape; adjust cooking time to match the type you choose.
Aşure is a well-known Turkish dessert, but adding lentils is a variation rather than a feature of every standard recipe. Lentil aşure recipes can differ from household to household, particularly in whether lentils supplement or replace other legumes.
Lentil aşure tastes sweet, with a mild, earthy note from the lentils and richer fruit or spice flavors depending on the recipe. Red lentils usually blend into the dessert, while whole green or brown lentils make their flavor and texture more noticeable.
Yes, Lentil aşure can be made without wheat by leaving it out or using another grain that suits the recipe. The texture will change, so add liquid gradually and cook until the lentils and any substitute are tender.
Cinnamon, pomegranate seeds, raisins and chopped nuts are common toppings that work well with Lentil aşure. Add them just before serving so the nuts stay crisp and the fruit does not release extra liquid onto the dessert.
Lentil aşure can be served warm or chilled; many people prefer it cold once it has thickened. If serving it chilled, leave the mixture a little looser than you want, since it firms up as it cools.
Lentil aşure generally keeps for a few days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Use a clean spoon when serving, and discard it if you notice mold, an unusual smell or a marked change in appearance.
Yes, you can freeze Lentil aşure, although thawing may make the lentils and grains softer and the dessert thicker. Freeze it in individual portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, then stir in a little water while reheating if needed.
Vitamins
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Folate
44µg · 11% DV
B6
0.18mg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.28mg · 31% DV
Manganese
0.64mg · 28% DV
Phosphorus
156mg · 22% DV
Iron
2.4mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
336mg · 10% DV
Sodium
56mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Lentil aşure is a variation on Turkish aşure, a spoonable pudding traditionally made with grains, legumes and dried fruit. Here, lentils are cooked until tender, often alongside wheat and other pulses such as chickpeas or beans. Recipes vary: dried fruit may sweeten the pot, while grains help give it a thick, soft consistency.
It is served in a bowl, sometimes topped with nuts or pomegranate, and is often made to share with neighbours and family in Turkey. English-speaking readers can enjoy it as a filling dessert or a sweet afternoon snack; it pairs well with unsweetened tea. Lentils and grains give it fibre and plant protein, though it remains a dessert. For a lighter version, use less added sugar and keep the toppings modest.
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
0.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.