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Low-calorie, fiber-containing pickled salad with high sodium
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Purple Carrot Pickle Salad has 34 calories. It contains 7.6 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 780 µg of Vitamin A covers 87% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
34
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
7.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 86% · Protein 9% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 34 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 520 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
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 serving (medium) | 100 g | 34 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 10 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 65 g | 22 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 130 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 61 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 250 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 500 g | 170 kcal |
Calculated from 34 calories per 100 g.
Purple carrot pickle salad tastes tangy, lightly sweet, and crisp, with a salty edge from the brine. The purple carrots can taste earthy, and garlic or spices may add a sharper note depending on the recipe.
Purple carrot pickle salad is made by slicing or shredding purple carrots and dressing or brining them with vinegar, water, and salt. Garlic, lemon, or herbs are optional; chilling the mixture gives the carrots time to take on the tangy flavor.
Purple carrot pickle salad works as a sharp, crunchy side for grilled meats, rice dishes, beans, or sandwiches. Its strong briny taste can balance rich foods, but its saltiness may make extra seasoning on the main dish unnecessary.
Purple carrot pickle salad colors the brine as natural pigments from the carrots seep into the liquid. The shade can range from pink to deep red depending on the carrot variety and acidity; color alone does not mean the salad has spoiled.
No, purple carrot pickle salad does not have to ferment; many versions get their tang from vinegar. A fermented version is possible, but it uses a different preparation method and should not be treated as interchangeable with a quick vinegar pickle.
Keep purple carrot pickle salad crunchy by cutting the carrots into evenly sized pieces rather than grating them very finely, and keeping the salad refrigerated. Extended soaking and warm storage can soften the carrots.
Prepared purple carrot pickle salad should be kept covered in the refrigerator and eaten within a few days, especially if it was made as a dressed salad rather than preserved in a tested pickling recipe. Use clean utensils and discard it if it develops mold or an unusual odor.
Yes, black carrots work well in purple carrot pickle salad; they are deeply colored carrots commonly used in some regional pickles and drinks. Their stronger pigment can make the brine especially dark, while the exact flavor varies by variety.
Yes, purple carrot pickle salad can stain hands, light-colored cutting boards, and fabric because its natural pigments transfer easily. Rinse tools promptly, protect clothing while preparing it, and avoid rubbing a fresh fabric stain before rinsing.
Purple carrot pickle salad can add vegetables and fiber to a meal, but pickling makes it a high-sodium side. If you are limiting sodium, use a smaller serving or briefly rinse and drain the carrots before eating.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
780µg · 87% DV
Vitamin K
13.2µg · 11% DV
B6
0.14mg · 8% DV
B5
0.28mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
520mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
245mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.15mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Purple Carrot Pickle Salad is a tangy side made with purple carrots preserved as pickles and served chilled. Purple carrots are especially associated with southern Turkey and the region’s şalgam tradition; their pickled form brings that vivid colour and sharp, savoury flavour to the table.
The carrots can retain a pleasant bite, making the salad a lively counterpoint to grilled meats, kebabs, beans or a sandwich. It also fits naturally into a mezze spread, where a little goes a long way alongside milder dips and bread. It is low in calories and provides fibre, but pickling makes it salty. For a less salty serving, drain and briefly rinse it before eating.
High
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.09g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.