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Creamy yogurt meze with orange
In season: Winter · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Orange Yogurt Meze (30 g) has 27 calories. That works out to 89 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.1 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 1.3 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 µg of B12 covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
27
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
2.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
1.3g
· 2% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 23% · Fat 45%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 27 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.3 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.68 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 13 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 40 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (small) | 60 g | 53 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 89 kcal |
| ½ cup (medium) | 120 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 134 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 240 g | 214 kcal |
Calculated from 89 calories per 100 g.
Orange Yogurt Meze is a chilled yogurt-based meze flavored with orange, using juice, zest, fruit pieces, or a combination. Recipes vary rather than following one fixed formula, so it can be served as a savory dip or made with a sweeter citrus emphasis.
Mix yogurt with orange zest or small amounts of orange juice, then season it to suit the meal. Add juice gradually so the mixture does not become runny, and use only the colored zest because the white pith can taste bitter.
Orange Yogurt Meze is usually served as a cold dip or side meze, but its citrus-and-yogurt base can also be made sweeter. For a savory version, use seasonings such as salt and pepper; for a sweeter one, let the orange flavor lead.
Serve Orange Yogurt Meze with grilled vegetables, fish, chicken, or toasted bread. Its cool yogurt texture and citrus flavor work especially well alongside simply seasoned dishes, where the orange complements rather than competes with the main food.
Yes, Greek yogurt works well in Orange Yogurt Meze and makes a thicker dip. Since it is already dense, add orange juice a little at a time; use zest for a stronger orange aroma without thinning the mixture.
A small amount of orange juice usually blends into Orange Yogurt Meze, but adding a lot can make the yogurt looser and may affect its smooth texture. Stir the juice in gradually, or use orange zest when you want citrus flavor without extra liquid.
Keep Orange Yogurt Meze from tasting bitter by zesting only the orange’s thin, colored outer layer. The white pith underneath is the main source of bitterness; use a light hand with the zest and taste before adding more.
Yes, Orange Yogurt Meze can be made ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator. For the thickest texture, mix in most of the orange juice shortly before serving, since the liquid can loosen the yogurt as it sits.
A ripe, fragrant orange works well in Orange Yogurt Meze, whether you use its juice or zest. Choose fruit with an appealing aroma and avoid using too much peel; the white layer beneath the skin can overpower the yogurt with bitterness.
Mint pairs well with the citrus flavor in Orange Yogurt Meze, while black pepper or a little chili can suit a savory version. Add herbs and spices sparingly so they complement the orange instead of masking its fresh aroma.
Vitamins
B12
0.14µg · 6% DV
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
Vitamin C
2.46mg · 3% DV
B5
0.12mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
40mg · 6% DV
Calcium
50mg · 5% DV
Iodine
5.7µg · 4% DV
Selenium
1.26µg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
56mg · 2% DV
Sodium
17mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 27 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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Orange Yogurt Meze is a Turkish-style meze that pairs yogurt with orange, bringing a familiar creamy base together with citrus. Recipes can vary in whether they use orange juice, pieces of fruit or zest, but the contrast between tangy yogurt and fragrant orange is central to the dish.
Serve it chilled as part of a meze spread or alongside grilled vegetables and other savoury dishes. Its texture is smooth and creamy, while the orange gives it a fresh, gently sweet edge. Yogurt contributes some protein, and the dish is relatively light compared with richer dips. For a simple serving, add a little orange zest just before serving; it also works well with bread or crisp vegetables for scooping.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.09g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.