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Red Cabbage Cacık Calories
Probiotic and fiber source
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Red Cabbage Cacık (200 g) has 130 calories. That works out to 65 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.4 g of carbs, 6.6 g of protein, 6.2 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.6 µg of B12 covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Red Cabbage Cacık Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
130
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
10.4g
· 4% DV
Protein
6.6g
· 13% DV
Fat
6.2g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 21% · Fat 45%
Red Cabbage Cacık nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.2 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.9 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 156 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.4 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% |
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 Serving of Red Cabbage Cacık?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 130 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 20 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (medium) | 60 g | 39 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 163 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 400 g | 260 kcal |
Calculated from 65 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Red Cabbage Cacık
What is red cabbage cacık?
Red cabbage cacık is a chilled Turkish yogurt dish made with finely chopped or grated red cabbage. Recipes may also include cucumber, garlic, herbs, and olive oil; its texture can range from thick dip to spoonable side dish.
How do you make red cabbage cacık?
To make red cabbage cacık, finely slice or grate the cabbage and stir it into yogurt, adding garlic if you like. Thin the mixture with a little water, season it, and chill before serving so the flavors combine.
What ingredients go into red cabbage cacık?
The basic ingredients for red cabbage cacık are yogurt, red cabbage, and salt. Cucumber and garlic bring it closer to familiar cucumber cacık, while dill, mint, or a drizzle of olive oil are optional additions.
Should red cabbage be cooked for red cabbage cacık?
No, red cabbage is usually added raw to red cabbage cacık. Slice or grate it finely so it mixes comfortably with the yogurt; for a softer bite, rub the chopped cabbage briefly with salt and squeeze out excess liquid.
Why does red cabbage cacık turn pink?
Red cabbage cacık turns pink or purple because the cabbage’s natural pigments spread into the yogurt. The color can deepen as the mixture sits, especially when the cabbage is grated; this color change alone does not mean the dish has spoiled.
How is red cabbage cacık different from regular cacık?
Red cabbage cacık uses red cabbage as its defining vegetable, while classic cacık is usually centered on cucumber. The cabbage gives the dish a crunchier bite and vivid color, though cucumber can be added alongside it.
What can you serve with red cabbage cacık?
Serve red cabbage cacık cold alongside grilled meat, kebabs, rice dishes, or roasted vegetables. Its cool yogurt base works particularly well with spicy or richly seasoned mains, and it can also be offered as a dip with bread.
How long does red cabbage cacık keep in the fridge?
Keep red cabbage cacık covered in the refrigerator and eat it within two days. The cabbage may release liquid and tint the yogurt as it stands; discard the dish if it develops an off smell, bubbling, or an unusual texture.
Can you make red cabbage cacık ahead of time?
Yes, red cabbage cacık can be prepared a few hours ahead and chilled. For the crispest texture, mix the cabbage into the yogurt shortly before serving; if it is already combined, stir it and check the consistency before bringing it to the table.
Does red cabbage cacık taste like coleslaw?
No, red cabbage cacık does not taste like classic coleslaw because yogurt gives it a cool, tangy base rather than a mayonnaise- or vinegar-led dressing. The cabbage adds crunch, but garlic and herbs make the flavor distinctly cacık-like.
Red Cabbage Cacık Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.64µg · 27% DV
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
Vitamin C
16.4mg · 18% DV
B5
0.66mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
182mg · 26% DV
Iodine
38µg · 25% DV
Calcium
232mg · 23% DV
Selenium
6.4µg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
308mg · 9% DV
Sodium
156mg · 7% DV
Red Cabbage Cacık Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Red Cabbage Cacık
To burn the 130 calories in 1 serving (medium) (200 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Red Cabbage Cacık?
Red cabbage cacık is a Turkish-style yogurt dish made by folding finely shredded or grated red cabbage into yogurt. Garlic and dried mint are common seasonings, and a little water can loosen the mixture; some versions also include cucumber, as in familiar forms of cacık. The cabbage adds a vivid colour and a pleasantly crisp bite.
In Turkey, cacık is served chilled alongside grilled meats, rice dishes and other meze, especially in warm weather. Red cabbage cacık brings a gentle tang from the yogurt and a mild sweetness from the cabbage. Yogurt contributes protein, while the cabbage adds some fibre, though the amount per serving is modest. Serve it as a cooling side, or thin it with water for a lighter, spoonable consistency.
How Nutritious Is Red Cabbage Cacık?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Red Cabbage Cacık 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 Red Cabbage Cacık Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Red Cabbage Cacık Good For?
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
Red Cabbage Cacık Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.74g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.