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Refreshing yogurt meze with protein and calcium
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Melon yogurt cacık (200 g) has 126 calories. That works out to 63 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.4 g of carbs, 6.8 g of protein, 4.8 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 32 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
126
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
14.4g
· 5% DV
Protein
6.8g
· 14% DV
Fat
4.8g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 21% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 126 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.8 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.96 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0.16 g | |
| Sodium | 290 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% |
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) | 200 g | 126 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 19 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 300 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 350 g | 221 kcal |
Calculated from 63 calories per 100 g.
Melon yogurt cacık is made by folding bite-size melon into thick plain yogurt, then seasoning it with a little salt and, if desired, mint. Chill the ingredients first and mix gently so the melon keeps its shape.
Melon yogurt cacık is usually served as a savory meze, not as dessert. The melon adds sweetness, while plain yogurt, salt, and herbs keep the overall taste fresh and savory; avoid sweetened yogurt for the traditional-style version.
A ripe but firm, fragrant melon works best in melon yogurt cacık. Choose one that is sweet enough to perfume the yogurt but not so soft or watery that it collapses when mixed.
It can, but cucumber is not essential to melon yogurt cacık. Some versions add a little diced cucumber for a familiar cacık crunch; leaving it out lets the melon stand out and keeps the dish distinctly fruity.
Melon yogurt cacık turns watery when very juicy melon releases liquid into the yogurt, especially after salting or sitting for a while. Use firm melon, drain excess juice, and combine the ingredients shortly before serving.
Fresh mint is a natural match for melon yogurt cacık and gives it a cooling aroma. Dill can also work, but use it sparingly so its stronger flavor does not overpower the melon and yogurt.
Melon yogurt cacık gets its fruity sweetness and soft texture from melon, while regular cacık is typically centered on cucumber and often garlic. The melon version is usually milder, so strongly flavored garlic is less common.
Serve melon yogurt cacık with grilled meats, kebabs, or a spread of savory mezze. Its cool, lightly sweet flavor also pairs well with spicy or richly seasoned dishes, where it offers a refreshing contrast.
You can prepare the yogurt seasoning ahead, but mix in the melon close to serving. Melon yogurt cacık can become thin as cut melon releases juice, so keep the components chilled and separate until needed.
Melon yogurt cacık is best eaten on the day it is made and should be kept covered in the refrigerator. The melon may release liquid and soften as it sits, so stir it and check its smell and appearance before serving leftovers.
Vitamins
B12
0.76µg · 32% DV
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
B5
0.72mg · 14% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
192mg · 27% DV
Calcium
242mg · 24% DV
Iodine
28µg · 19% DV
Sodium
290mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
362mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Melon yogurt cacık is a Turkish-style variation on cacık, the cool yogurt dish commonly made with cucumber and herbs. Here, ripe melon is folded into yogurt, sometimes with a little water to loosen the mixture. Its gentle sweetness balances the yogurt’s tang, making a smooth, spoonable dish with a fresh, cooling taste.
In Turkey, it can be served chilled as a meze or as a light accompaniment to a summer meal; it also pairs well with grilled food. The yogurt gives it protein and calcium, while melon keeps the dish mostly refreshing rather than rich. For a lighter, looser version, thin the yogurt with water and add the melon shortly before serving.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.34g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.