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Translucent rosy-pink syrup with soft fruit pieces is served in a small clear glass bowl.

Pink Compote Calories

Traditional Turkish dessert, usually made with red fruits and sugar.

In season: Spring · Summer

CALORIES · 100 G

85kcal

GI

65medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

55mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.2g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Pink Compote (200 g) has 170 calories. That works out to 85 calories per 100 g. It contains 40 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 16 mg of Vitamin C covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Pink Compote Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g

170

KCAL / 200G

Carbs

40g

· 15% DV

Protein

1g

· 2% DV

Fat

0.2g

· 0% DV

Fiber

2.4g

· 9% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 97% · Protein 2% · Fat 1%

Pink Compote nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (200 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories170 kcal
Total fat0.2 g0%
Saturated fat0.02 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium4 mg0%
Total carbohydrate40 g15%
Fiber2.4 g9%
Protein1 g2%

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 Cup of Pink Compote?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)200 g170 kcal
2 tablespoon (chopped)30 g26 kcal
100 g100 g85 kcal
½ cup (small)100 g85 kcal
1 piece (medium)120 g102 kcal
1 serving (medium)180 g153 kcal
1 bottle (medium)250 g213 kcal
1 cup (large)300 g255 kcal
1 pack (jumbo)400 g340 kcal

Calculated from 85 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pink Compote

What is Pink Compote?

Pink Compote is a Turkish fruit dessert made by simmering red fruit with sugar and water. It is served with both the softened fruit and its sweet cooking liquid, often chilled.

How do you make Pink Compote?

To make Pink Compote, simmer red fruit in water until it softens, then stir in sugar until dissolved. Take the pot off the heat before the fruit breaks apart, and chill the compote before serving.

What fruit is used in Pink Compote?

Pink Compote can be made with cherries, sour cherries, strawberries, or other red berries. Sour cherries give it a tart flavor and vivid color, while the fruit you choose determines how sweet the finished compote tastes.

Why is Pink Compote pink?

Pink Compote gets its color from the red fruit cooked in it, especially cherries, sour cherries, or strawberries. The shade varies with the fruit and how much of its juice colors the cooking liquid.

Is Pink Compote served hot or cold?

Pink Compote is usually served cold. Chill it after cooking, then serve the fruit and its liquid together in a bowl or glass; it is a refreshing dessert at Turkish meals, particularly in warm weather.

What is the difference between Pink Compote and jam?

Pink Compote is a spoonable dessert with whole or softened fruit in a relatively fluid, sweet cooking liquid. Jam is cooked down to a thicker spread and is typically served on bread rather than eaten as a bowl dessert.

Does Pink Compote use fresh or dried fruit?

Pink Compote is commonly made with fresh red fruit, though recipes can vary. Traditional Turkish hoşaf is often prepared with dried fruit, while komposto usually features fresh fruit; the name and ingredients may differ between households.

Can you make Pink Compote without sugar?

Yes, you can make Pink Compote without added sugar. Choose ripe, sweet fruit and simmer it in water; sour cherries will make a tarter dessert. Add a suitable sweetener only if you want a sweeter result.

How long does Pink Compote keep in the fridge?

Pink Compote keeps for a few days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Cool it promptly after cooking rather than leaving it out for hours, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell or appearance.

Can you freeze Pink Compote?

Yes, Pink Compote can be frozen in a sealed, freezer-safe container once completely cool. The fruit may become softer after thawing, so defrost it in the refrigerator and serve it chilled.

Pink Compote Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

16mg · 18% DV

Biotin

2.4µg · 8% DV

B6

0.08mg · 5% DV

B2

0.06mg · 5% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.06mg · 7% DV

Manganese

0.1mg · 4% DV

Magnesium

14mg · 3% DV

Potassium ⭐

110mg · 3% DV

Sodium

4mg · 0% DV

Pink Compote Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

26
High

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

How to Burn Off Pink Compote

To burn the 170 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):

🚶

42min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

17min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

23min

Cycling

🏊

20min

Swimming

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

What is Pink Compote?

Pink Compote is a traditional Turkish dessert made by simmering red fruits with water and sugar. The fruit softens as it cooks, tinting the liquid pink and giving it a light, fruity sweetness; the exact flavour and colour depend on the fruit used.

It is usually served chilled, with both the fruit and its syrup in a bowl or glass. In Turkey, it may follow a home-cooked meal or appear at an iftar table, often alongside savoury dishes. For readers elsewhere, serve it as a simple fruit dessert or a refreshing chilled accompaniment. Pink Compote is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with very little protein or fat. You can reduce the sugar to make the flavour lighter and let the fruit come through.

How Nutritious Is Pink Compote?

Nutrient density

Medium

35/ 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

38/ 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 Pink Compote Processed?

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.

Does Pink Compote 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 Pink Compote Good For?

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

Pink Compote Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.02g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.04g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.06g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.