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Fermented, salty, medium-spicy traditional turnip beverage
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Turnip juice, medium spicy (240 g) has 29 calories. That works out to 12 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.8 g of carbs, 0.7 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 8.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
29
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
5.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 83% · Protein 10% · Fat 7%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 29 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 768 mg | 33% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% |
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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 4 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 300 g | 36 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 480 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 1000 g | 120 kcal |
Calculated from 12 calories per 100 g.
Medium-spicy turnip juice is the English name used here for Turkish şalgam, a salty fermented drink commonly served with kebabs. Despite the name, its distinctive color and flavor often come mainly from fermented black carrots, with turnip and hot pepper also used in some versions.
Medium-spicy turnip juice is usually served cold, especially alongside kebabs and other grilled foods. Its salty, tangy flavor complements rich dishes; drink it from a glass, and add extra hot pepper only if you want more heat.
Medium-spicy turnip juice is made by fermenting black carrots with water and salt; traditional recipes may also use bulgur flour or sourdough starter. Hot pepper gives it its heat. Ingredients and fermentation methods vary between producers.
Medium-spicy turnip juice has more noticeable pepper heat than a mild version. Both are fermented şalgam drinks, and their main difference is the amount of hot pepper and the resulting flavor. If you are sensitive to spice, try a small sip first.
Medium-spicy turnip juice is fermented, but that does not guarantee that every bottle contains live probiotic cultures. Heat treatment and production methods can affect living microorganisms, so fermentation alone is not proof that a particular product provides probiotics.
Medium-spicy turnip juice is not made as an alcoholic drink; fermentation is used to develop its characteristic tangy flavor. Fermentation methods can vary, so if avoiding even trace alcohol is important to you, check the producer’s product information.
Yes, medium-spicy turnip juice is typically salty, so drinking a lot can add substantially to your sodium intake. If you have high blood pressure or kidney disease, ask your clinician or dietitian how much is appropriate for you.
Keep medium-spicy turnip juice refrigerated after opening and close the container tightly. Pour it with a clean glass rather than drinking from the bottle, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or taste changes noticeably.
Yes, you can make medium-spicy turnip juice at home by fermenting black carrots with water, salt, and hot pepper. Use clean equipment and follow a reliable fermentation recipe; changing the proportions or conditions casually can affect both safety and flavor.
Yes, medium-spicy turnip juice can trigger heartburn in some people because its pepper heat and tangy fermented flavor may aggravate symptoms. If you have reflux, try a small amount or avoid it if it reliably worsens your discomfort.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
8.4mg · 9% DV
Folate
14.4µg · 4% DV
B3
0.48mg · 3% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
768mg · 33% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
29mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
132mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Turnip juice, medium spicy is the English page name for şalgam, a traditional fermented drink from southern Turkey, especially associated with Adana. It is made with black carrots and turnip, then fermented in brine; the medium-spicy version has a noticeable but not fiery kick.
Served cold, it commonly accompanies kebabs and other grilled foods in Turkey, where its tangy, salty flavour cuts through rich dishes. You can also enjoy it on its own as a savoury drink. It is low in energy, with 12 calories per 100 g, though its salty taste is worth keeping in mind if you are choosing a lighter accompaniment.
Low
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.