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Traditional Turkish delight with pistachios and saffron
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Pistachio Saffron Turkish Delight (30 g) has 106 calories. That works out to 352 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.5 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 30 g
106
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
24.5g
· 9% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 90% · Protein 2% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 106 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.14 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 5.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24.5 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% |
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 piece (medium) | 30 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 70 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 45 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 176 kcal |
| 4 piece (extra large) | 60 g | 211 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 352 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 100 g | 352 kcal |
Calculated from 352 calories per 100 g.
Pistachio Saffron Turkish Delight is a soft, chewy confection made from a cooked sugar-and-starch mixture, flavored with saffron and studded with pistachios. It combines the floral aroma of saffron with the nutty taste of pistachios.
Pistachio Saffron Turkish Delight is traditionally flavored with saffron, but products can vary. Some makers may use saffron flavoring or combine it with other flavorings, so the ingredient list is the way to confirm what a particular product contains.
Pistachios in Pistachio Saffron Turkish Delight are usually chopped or broken up and mixed through the chewy candy, though the cut can vary by maker. Some pieces may contain larger bits, giving a more noticeable nutty crunch.
Pistachio Saffron Turkish Delight can become sticky when exposed to humidity or stored without an airtight covering. Keep the pieces in a sealed container in a cool, dry place, and avoid letting condensation form on them.
Pistachio Saffron Turkish Delight is made by slowly cooking sugar and starch with water until the mixture thickens, then flavoring it with saffron and mixing in pistachios. The mixture is left to set before being cut into pieces.
Pistachio Saffron Turkish Delight generally stays in good condition for weeks when sealed and kept cool and dry, but exposure to air and moisture shortens its freshness. Follow the package’s storage directions and discard it if its appearance or smell changes.
Freezing Pistachio Saffron Turkish Delight is not ideal because thawing can introduce moisture and make the candy sticky or alter its chewy texture. Store it in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard instead.
Saffron gives Pistachio Saffron Turkish Delight a distinctive floral, slightly earthy aroma that differs from fruit-flavored or rose Turkish delight. Its intensity varies with the amount used, while pistachios add a nutty flavor and texture.
Pistachio Saffron Turkish Delight gets its signature aroma from saffron and its nutty notes from pistachios. Rose Turkish delight is typically scented with rose water or rose flavoring and does not have the same pistachio-studded texture.
Serve Pistachio Saffron Turkish Delight in small pieces with unsweetened tea or coffee. The plain, slightly bitter drink balances the candy’s sweetness, and the pieces also work well on a dessert or confectionery platter.
Vitamins
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.17mg · 1% DV
Vitamin K
0.96µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
21mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
9.3mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
38mg · 1% DV
Sodium
5.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Pistachio Saffron Turkish Delight is a traditional Turkish confection made from sugar and starch, with pistachios and saffron folded in. It has a soft, springy chew; the floral aroma of saffron plays against the pistachios’ toasted, savoury notes, while the nuts add a little crunch.
In Turkey, lokum is commonly offered to guests with tea or Turkish coffee, and brought out for holidays and other celebrations. Elsewhere, it makes a small sweet to share after a meal or alongside coffee. It is chiefly a carbohydrate-rich treat, so a modest piece or two is often enough; 100 g contains 81.8 g of carbohydrate. For a less rich-feeling serving, pair it with unsweetened tea or black coffee.
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
✓ 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
0.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.49g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.33g
Omega 6:3 ratio 32:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (32:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.