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Rows of thick vegetable slices, browned at the edges and nestled upright in a shallow dish of red tomato sauce with visible minced meat and green pepper pieces.
●Low GI

Oturtma Calories

Traditional Turkish dish made with vegetables (often eggplant, zucchini, or potatoes), sometimes with ground meat, stewed in olive oil and tomatoes

In season: Summer · Autumn

CALORIES · 100 G

90kcal

GI

35low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

220mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.8g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Oturtma (200 g) has 180 calories. That works out to 90 calories per 100 g. It contains 17 g of carbs, 4.2 g of protein, 10.4 g of fat and 5.6 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Oturtma Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g

180

KCAL / 200G

Carbs

17g

· 6% DV

Protein

4.2g

· 8% DV

Fat

10.4g

· 13% DV

Fiber

5.6g

· 20% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 38% · Protein 9% · Fat 53%

Oturtma nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (200 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories180 kcal
Total fat10.4 g13%
Saturated fat1.6 g8%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium360 mg16%
Total carbohydrate17 g6%
Fiber5.6 g20%
Protein4.2 g8%

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 Oturtma?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)200 g180 kcal
100 g100 g90 kcal
1 serving (small)120 g108 kcal
1 piece (medium)150 g135 kcal
1 cup (medium)180 g162 kcal
1 piece (large)250 g225 kcal
1 cup (large)250 g225 kcal
1 serving (large)300 g270 kcal

Calculated from 90 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Oturtma

What is Oturtma?

Oturtma is a traditional Turkish vegetable dish cooked with tomatoes, often with eggplant, zucchini, or potatoes. Some versions include ground meat, while others are made with olive oil and no meat.

How is Oturtma traditionally made?

Oturtma is made by arranging sliced vegetables in a pot or baking dish, adding a tomato-based sauce and, if desired, seasoned ground meat, then cooking until tender. Recipes and the order of layers vary between households.

Why is the dish called Oturtma?

The name refers to the way the vegetables are set or arranged in the cooking vessel. In many recipes, slices are placed upright or fitted closely together, though the exact arrangement differs by cook and regional version.

Can you make Oturtma without meat?

Yes, Oturtma can be made without meat. Cook the vegetables with onion, tomato, olive oil, and seasoning; the meatless version is a familiar preparation rather than simply a substitute for the ground-meat dish.

Which vegetables are used in Oturtma?

Eggplant is especially common in Oturtma, but zucchini and potatoes are also used. Some home cooks combine vegetables, choosing pieces of similar thickness so they soften evenly during cooking.

Should Oturtma be cooked in the oven or on the stovetop?

Either method works for Oturtma. A covered pot cooks the vegetables gently on the stovetop, while baking can brown the surface; use a little liquid and keep the dish covered if the vegetables need more time to soften.

How is Oturtma different from Turkish moussaka?

The distinction is not fixed, and the names can overlap in Turkish home cooking. Oturtma often features vegetables arranged in a pot or dish, whereas moussaka is commonly layered; ingredients and methods vary by region.

What do you serve with Oturtma?

Oturtma pairs well with rice pilaf, bread, or plain yogurt. A crisp salad or cacık also complements its soft vegetables and tomato sauce without making the meal feel too heavy.

Can you freeze Oturtma?

Yes, you can freeze Oturtma in an airtight, freezer-safe container once it has cooled. The vegetables may become softer after thawing, especially eggplant, so freeze it when texture matters less than convenience.

How do you reheat leftover Oturtma?

Reheat Oturtma gently in a covered pan with a splash of water, or warm it in the oven until hot throughout. Stir carefully because cooked eggplant and zucchini can break apart easily.

Oturtma Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

14mg · 16% DV

Vitamin K

16µg · 13% DV

Vitamin E

1.6mg · 11% DV

B6

0.18mg · 11% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.18mg · 20% DV

Sodium

360mg · 16% DV

Potassium ⭐

440mg · 13% DV

Manganese

0.26mg · 11% DV

Oturtma Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

35
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

6
Low

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

How to Burn Off Oturtma

To burn the 180 calories in 1 serving (medium) (200 g):

🚶

45min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

18min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

24min

Cycling

🏊

21min

Swimming

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

What is Oturtma?

Oturtma is a Turkish home-style dish in which vegetables—often aubergine, courgette or potatoes—are simmered with tomatoes and olive oil. Some versions include minced meat. The vegetables turn tender and soak up the tomato-rich sauce, while the exact texture depends on which ones are used. It is a savoury, gently tangy dish rather than a heavily spiced stew.

In Turkey, it is commonly served warm as a main meal with rice, bread or yoghurt; meat-free versions work well as a vegetable centrepiece. Its nutritional character is mostly that of a vegetable dish, with fibre and relatively little protein unless meat is added. For a lighter version, use a measured amount of oil and cook the vegetables in the tomato sauce rather than frying them first.

How Nutritious Is Oturtma?

Nutrient density

Medium

55/ 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

48/ 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 Oturtma 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 Oturtma Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

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

Which Diets Is Oturtma 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

Oturtma Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.6g

MONOUNSATURATED

5.4g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.2g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 8.7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (8.7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.