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Pistachio
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Pistachio pişmaniye (30 g) has 143 calories. That works out to 476 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.5 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 5.8 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
143
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
21.5g
· 8% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
5.8g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 5% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 143 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.8 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.13 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 32 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21.5 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 214 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 60 g | 286 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 476 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 476 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 150 g | 714 kcal |
Calculated from 476 calories per 100 g.
Fıstıklı çekme helva is a Turkish pulled halva made from roasted flour, fat and sugar, with pistachios mixed in or sprinkled on top. Its fine, fibrous strands resemble pişmaniye, but the sweets are made differently.
Fıstıklı çekme helva is generally made with flour, sugar and fat, plus pistachios. Recipes and commercial versions can vary, so the ingredient list on a particular package is the reliable source for its exact contents.
Fıstıklı çekme helva and pişmaniye are distinct Turkish sweets. Çekme helva uses flour roasted with fat, while pişmaniye is formed by pulling a sugar mixture into fine strands with a flour-and-fat mixture. Their appearance is similar, but their texture and method differ.
Fıstıklı çekme helva is a pistachio variation of çekme helva, a sweet especially associated with Kastamonu in Turkey. It is now made elsewhere too, and recipes—including how much pistachio is used—vary by producer.
Store fıstıklı çekme helva in its sealed packaging or an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Moisture can spoil its delicate strands; refrigeration is usually unnecessary and may make the sweet damp when temperatures change.
Fıstıklı çekme helva is ready to eat: pull off a small piece and enjoy it as it is. In Turkey, it is often served with tea or Turkish coffee, and its sweet, rich character makes a modest portion a natural choice.
Yes, but making fıstıklı çekme helva at home takes care and effort. The flour must be roasted, the sugar mixture brought to the right stage, and the mixture pulled into fine strands before adding pistachios; the pulling technique can be difficult for beginners.
Fıstıklı çekme helva is stringy because the cooked mixture is pulled and stretched during preparation, forming fine strands. That delicate structure is part of the sweet’s character; exposure to moisture or rough handling can make it clump or crumble.
Discard fıstıklı çekme helva if it smells rancid, tastes unexpectedly bitter, has become damp, or shows mold. Its fat and pistachios can develop stale or rancid flavors over time, so follow the package date and store it dry and sealed.
Fıstıklı çekme helva is a sugary sweet and can raise blood glucose. A person with diabetes should account for it within their individual eating plan and seek advice from their clinician or dietitian if they need help planning portions.
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Vitamin E
0.48mg · 3% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.93µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
38mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
16mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
65mg · 2% DV
Sodium
32mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Fıstıklı çekme helva is a Turkish flour-based sweet, especially associated with Kastamonu, made with flour, fat, sugar and pistachios. Its name refers to its delicate, fibrous texture: it breaks apart easily and softens as you eat it, with a gentle roasted note from the nuts. It is distinct from pişmaniye, another Turkish sweet made of fine strands.
In Turkey it is commonly offered with tea, to guests or after a meal, and a small piece makes a rich treat. The flour and sugar make it energy-dense, while pistachios add some protein and fibre. For a lighter serving, keep the piece modest and pair it with unsweetened tea.
Low
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Low
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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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.86g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 69:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (69:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.