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Madimak Cacik Calories
Madimak herb with yogurt, refreshing and probiotic
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Madimak Cacik (150 g) has 83 calories. That works out to 55 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.8 g of carbs, 4.1 g of protein, 3.2 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 24 µg of Vitamin K covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Madimak Cacik Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
83
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
7.8g
· 3% DV
Protein
4.1g
· 8% DV
Fat
3.2g
· 4% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 21% · Fat 38%
Madimak Cacik nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 83 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.2 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.95 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 57 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.8 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Madimak Cacik?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 44 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 300 g | 165 kcal |
Calculated from 55 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Madimak Cacik
What is Madimak Cacik?
Madimak Cacik is a Turkish yogurt dish made with madimak, a wild edible herb, usually cooked before it is mixed with yogurt. It is commonly served cool, with garlic and salt added in some versions.
How do you make Madimak Cacik?
To make Madimak Cacik, clean and cook the madimak until tender, then let it cool before stirring it into yogurt. Season with salt and optional garlic; adding yogurt while the herb is hot can make the mixture split.
What does Madimak Cacik taste like?
Madimak Cacik tastes tangy and creamy from the yogurt, with a distinctive earthy, green flavor from the madimak herb. Garlic, when included, gives it a sharper savory note.
Is Madimak Cacik served hot or cold?
Madimak Cacik is usually served cool rather than hot. The cooked herb needs to cool before it is combined with yogurt, and chilling the finished dish briefly helps it taste refreshing.
Can you make Madimak Cacik with dried madimak?
Yes, Madimak Cacik can be made with dried madimak if fresh leaves are unavailable. Rehydrate the herb and cook it until tender before mixing it with yogurt; dried madimak may need a different cooking time.
How is Madimak Cacik different from cucumber cacik?
Madimak Cacik uses cooked madimak herb instead of the cucumber usually found in cucumber cacik. That gives it a more earthy, leafy flavor and a different texture, even though both dishes use yogurt.
Where does Madimak Cacik come from?
Madimak Cacik belongs to Turkish cooking traditions, where madimak is a familiar wild herb, especially in Central Anatolia. Recipes vary between households, so garlic, seasoning, and the thickness of the yogurt mixture can differ.
What can you serve with Madimak Cacik?
Serve Madimak Cacik as a cool side with bread, bulgur dishes, or a hearty main course. Its tart yogurt base and herbal flavor pair well with warm, savory foods.
How long does Madimak Cacik keep in the fridge?
Keep Madimak Cacik covered in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Do not leave the yogurt-based dish at room temperature for long, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell or appearance.
Can you freeze Madimak Cacik?
Freezing finished Madimak Cacik is not recommended because yogurt can separate and become watery when thawed. For better texture, freeze cooked madimak on its own and mix it with fresh yogurt after thawing.
Madimak Cacik Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
24µg · 20% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
Vitamin A
75µg · 8% DV
B12
0.2µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Calcium
117mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
78mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
315mg · 9% DV
Sodium
57mg · 2% DV
Madimak Cacik Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Madimak Cacik
To burn the 83 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Madimak Cacik?
Madimak Cacik is a regional Turkish dish that combines madımak, a wild herb associated with Central Anatolia, with yoghurt. The herb may be cooked or blanched and cooled before it is stirred into yoghurt; garlic and salt are common additions. It is a herb-based variation on the cool yoghurt dishes served across Turkey.
Tangy, chilled yoghurt softens the herb’s earthy, green flavour, making this a refreshing side alongside a main meal, especially in warm weather. It can also be served as part of a spread with bread and other small dishes. At 55 calories per 100 g, it is relatively light; use plain yoghurt and adjust the thickness with a little water to suit how you plan to serve it.
How Nutritious Is Madimak Cacik?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Madimak Cacik Processed?
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.
Does Madimak Cacik Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Madimak Cacik 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
Madimak Cacik Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.95g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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