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Light Semolina Dessert Calories

Light milk-based semolina pudding

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

126kcal

GI

59medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

142mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.8g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Light Semolina Dessert (150 g) has 189 calories. That works out to 126 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.2 g of carbs, 5.1 g of protein, 4.2 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 141 mg of Phosphorus covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 59 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Light Semolina Dessert Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g

189

KCAL / 150G

Carbs

33.2g

· 12% DV

Protein

5.1g

· 10% DV

Fat

4.2g

· 5% DV

Fiber

1.2g

· 4% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 11% · Fat 19%

Light Semolina Dessert nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (150 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories189 kcal
Total fat4.2 g5%
Saturated fat2.47 g12%
Trans fat0.12 g
Sodium74 mg3%
Total carbohydrate33.2 g12%
Fiber1.2 g4%
Protein5.1 g10%

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 Serving of Light Semolina Dessert?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)150 g189 kcal
1 tablespoon (small)18 g23 kcal
4 tablespoon (medium)72 g91 kcal
1 piece (small)90 g113 kcal
100 g100 g126 kcal
1 cup (medium)150 g189 kcal
1 piece (large)180 g227 kcal
1 serving (large)200 g252 kcal
1 serving (extra large)250 g315 kcal

Calculated from 126 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Light Semolina Dessert

What is light semolina dessert?

Light semolina dessert is a milk pudding thickened with semolina, a coarse wheat flour. It is typically cooked on the stovetop, then chilled or served warm, often with cinnamon or fruit.

How do you make light semolina dessert?

To make light semolina dessert, stir semolina and sugar into milk and cook gently, stirring until thick. Pour it into serving bowls and let it cool; flavorings such as vanilla or cinnamon are optional.

Why does light semolina dessert turn lumpy?

Light semolina dessert turns lumpy when the semolina is added too quickly or the mixture is left unstirred as it heats. Whisk the semolina into cold milk gradually, then keep stirring over the heat.

Can light semolina dessert be served warm or cold?

Yes, light semolina dessert can be served either warm or chilled. It is softer when warm and sets more firmly in the refrigerator, making the chilled version easier to portion neatly.

What toppings go well with light semolina dessert?

Cinnamon, fresh berries, sliced banana, or chopped nuts all go well with light semolina dessert. Add juicy fruit just before serving so it does not release liquid onto the pudding.

How long does light semolina dessert last in the fridge?

Light semolina dessert keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Because it is milk-based, refrigerate leftovers promptly and take out only the portion you plan to eat.

Can you freeze light semolina dessert?

You can freeze light semolina dessert, but thawing may leave it watery or grainy because the milk pudding’s texture can separate. For the smoothest result, make it fresh or keep leftovers refrigerated instead.

Can you make light semolina dessert with plant milk?

Yes, light semolina dessert can be made with unsweetened plant milk. The flavor and thickness may differ from the milk-based version, so stir it continuously and cook until the semolina has fully thickened.

Is light semolina dessert the same as Turkish irmik helvası?

No, light semolina dessert is not the same as Turkish irmik helvası. The dessert is a milk pudding thickened with semolina, while irmik helvası is typically toasted in fat and sweetened with syrup.

Does light semolina dessert need to be baked?

No, light semolina dessert usually does not need to be baked. The semolina thickens the milk as it cooks on the stovetop; baking is an optional variation that gives it a different texture.

Light Semolina Dessert Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.42µg · 18% DV

B2

0.18mg · 14% DV

B5

0.42mg · 8% DV

Biotin

2.4µg · 8% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

141mg · 20% DV

Calcium

155mg · 16% DV

Selenium

7.2µg · 13% DV

Iodine

18µg · 12% DV

Potassium ⭐

213mg · 6% DV

Sodium

74mg · 3% DV

Light Semolina Dessert Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

59
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

18
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Light Semolina Dessert

To burn the 189 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):

🚶

47min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

19min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

26min

Cycling

🏊

22min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Light Semolina Dessert?

Light Semolina Dessert is a simple milk pudding made by cooking semolina in milk and sweetening it. As it cools, the mixture thickens into a soft, spoonable dessert. Recipes vary in sweetness and toppings, but the appeal is its gentle flavour and smooth, lightly grainy texture.

In Turkey it is commonly served chilled, sometimes finished with cinnamon, coconut or fruit. It also fits easily into home cooking elsewhere: serve it as a modest after-dinner sweet or an afternoon snack, with tea or coffee. Milk and semolina give it some staying power, though it is mainly a carbohydrate-based dessert. For a lighter bowl, use less sugar and add fresh fruit for sweetness.

How Nutritious Is Light Semolina Dessert?

Nutrient density

Medium

38/ 100

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

37/ 100

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 Light Semolina Dessert 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 Light Semolina Dessert Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Light Semolina Dessert Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Light Semolina Dessert Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.47g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.08g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.18g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 4.7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (4.7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.