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Savory fermented pickle filled with curd cheese; high sodium, moderate protein
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Pickle stuffed with curd cheese (45 g) has 37 calories. That works out to 82 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.5 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 2.3 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 53.1 mg of Phosphorus covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
37
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
1.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
2.3g
· 3% 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 16% · Protein 27% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 37 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.3 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 441 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% |
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 piece (medium) | 45 g | 37 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 21 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 57 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 74 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 98 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 135 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 148 kcal |
Calculated from 82 calories per 100 g.
Pickle stuffed with curd cheese is a cold Turkish-style appetizer made by filling a whole cucumber pickle with lor, a fresh curd cheese. Its tangy, salty pickle contrasts with the mild filling, and it is usually served without cooking.
To make Pickle stuffed with curd cheese, drain firm whole cucumber pickles, carefully hollow them out, and fill them with lor. Chopped dill or parsley can be mixed into the cheese; chill briefly before serving.
Whole, firm cucumber pickles large enough to hollow out work best for Pickle stuffed with curd cheese. Avoid soft or split pickles, which can break during filling, and very sharp pickles that overpower the mild curd.
Yes, cottage cheese can stand in for lor in Pickle stuffed with curd cheese, but it is often wetter and may make the filling runny. Drain it well first; for the closest texture, use a mild, fresh curd cheese.
No, Pickle stuffed with curd cheese is normally served cold and does not need cooking. Heat can soften the pickle and alter the curd’s texture, so fill the pickles shortly before serving instead.
For Pickle stuffed with curd cheese, drain and dry each pickle, then make a neat opening and remove the center without splitting the sides. Pack the lor firmly but leave the pickle intact, and keep it chilled until serving.
Pickle stuffed with curd cheese pairs well with fresh bread, grilled vegetables, or other mild dishes that balance its sour, salty flavor. If serving it as part of a meze spread, avoid piling on several other very salty pickles.
Yes, you can make Pickle stuffed with curd cheese spicy by mixing a little pul biber or finely chopped fresh chili into the lor. Add it gradually so the heat complements rather than masks the pickle’s acidity.
Yes, Pickle stuffed with curd cheese can be assembled ahead and kept chilled, but the pickle may release moisture into the filling as it sits. For a firmer texture, dry the pickles well and fill them close to serving time.
Usually not as a frequent or large serving: the cucumber pickle can contribute a substantial amount of sodium even though the curd filling is mild. People following a strict sodium limit should choose a lower-salt pickle or ask their dietitian how it fits their plan.
Vitamins
B12
0.17µg · 7% DV
Vitamin K
8.1µg · 7% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Biotin
0.95µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
441mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
53mg · 8% DV
Calcium
41mg · 4% DV
Selenium
2.07µg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
52mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 37 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):
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Pickle stuffed with curd cheese brings together a tangy, salty cucumber pickle and mild lor-style curd cheese, which is soft and slightly grainy. It can be made at home by filling a pickle with the cheese, creating a compact savoury bite rather than a standalone meal.
In Turkey, it works well as a meze or as a sharp accompaniment to a meal; it can also be served as a small snack. Its sodium is high, while its protein content is moderate, so a small portion is often enough. Pair it with fresh vegetables or other unsalted foods, and avoid adding extra salt to the rest of the plate.
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 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.
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
1.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.59g
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.