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Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage Calories

Traditional refined-sugar-free sweet made with walnuts and grape molasses

In season: Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

378kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

442mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.8g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage (35 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 378 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.9 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g

132

KCAL / 35G

Carbs

21.9g

· 8% DV

Protein

2g

· 4% DV

Fat

4.6g

· 6% DV

Fiber

1.3g

· 5% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 6% · Fat 30%

Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories132 kcal
Total fat4.6 g6%
Saturated fat0.44 g2%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium4.2 mg0%
Total carbohydrate21.9 g8%
Fiber1.3 g5%
Protein2 g4%

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 Medium Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)35 g132 kcal
1 piece (thin)20 g76 kcal
1 slice (thin)25 g95 kcal
1 serving (small)40 g151 kcal
1 slice (thick)45 g170 kcal
1 piece (thick)50 g189 kcal
2 piece (double)70 g265 kcal
1 serving (large)75 g284 kcal
100 g100 g378 kcal

Calculated from 378 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage

What is refined sugar-free walnut sausage?

Refined sugar-free walnut sausage is a traditional sweet made by coating strung walnuts in a thick grape-molasses mixture and drying them. Despite the name, it is not sugar-free: grape molasses contains naturally occurring sugars.

Is refined sugar-free walnut sausage the same as churchkhela?

They are closely related walnut-and-grape-molasses sweets, but names and recipes vary by region. Churchkhela is especially associated with Georgia, while refined sugar-free walnut sausage is the Turkish-style name; coatings and ingredients can differ.

How is refined sugar-free walnut sausage made?

To make refined sugar-free walnut sausage, walnuts are threaded onto strings, dipped in a thickened grape-molasses mixture, and dried. The coating commonly uses flour or another thickener to cling to the walnuts.

Does refined sugar-free walnut sausage contain sugar?

Yes. Refined sugar-free walnut sausage gets naturally occurring sugars from grape molasses, even when no refined sugar is added. “Refined sugar-free” describes the sweetener used, not the total amount of sugar in the finished sweet.

How should you store refined sugar-free walnut sausage?

Keep refined sugar-free walnut sausage in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Moisture can make the coating sticky, so reseal opened packaging promptly and follow any storage directions on the package.

How do you eat refined sugar-free walnut sausage?

Slice refined sugar-free walnut sausage into bite-sized pieces and serve it as a snack or dessert. Its chewy molasses coating and walnuts pair well with coffee or tea, and it is often served in small portions.

Can you make refined sugar-free walnut sausage at home?

Yes. Thread walnuts onto string, dip them in a thickened grape-molasses mixture, then hang them until the coating dries. Drying time varies with humidity and coating thickness, so allow the pieces to dry fully before storing.

Why is refined sugar-free walnut sausage so hard?

Refined sugar-free walnut sausage firms up as its molasses coating dries. A piece that seems unusually hard may have lost moisture during storage; letting it sit briefly at room temperature can make it easier to slice.

Is refined sugar-free walnut sausage suitable for people with diabetes?

It can raise blood sugar because grape molasses supplies sugars, even without refined sugar. People with diabetes should account for it in their meal plan and ask their healthcare professional for individual guidance if needed.

Can you freeze refined sugar-free walnut sausage?

Yes, refined sugar-free walnut sausage can be frozen in airtight packaging. Thaw it while still wrapped in the refrigerator to reduce condensation on the coating, then let it come to serving temperature before slicing.

Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

1.47µg · 5% DV

B6

0.07mg · 4% DV

B1

0.04mg · 3% DV

Folate

10.85µg · 3% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.46mg · 20% DV

Copper

0.15mg · 17% DV

Phosphorus

55mg · 8% DV

Magnesium

25mg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

155mg · 5% DV

Sodium

4.2mg · 0% DV

Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

9.1
Low

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

How to Burn Off Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage

To burn the 132 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):

🚶

33min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

13min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

18min

Cycling

🏊

15min

Swimming

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

What is Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage?

Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage is a traditional Turkish sweet, not a meat sausage. Whole walnuts are threaded onto a string, coated in a thick mixture made with grape molasses, then dried. Some recipes add flour or starch to help the coating set. It is associated with Anatolian home cooking and regional specialties such as köme.

Cut into slices, it is enjoyed as a snack or served with tea; its chewy, dense coating contrasts with the walnuts’ crisp bite. The molasses makes it naturally sweet and contributes to its carbohydrate content, while walnuts add some protein, fat and fibre. A small slice is satisfying alongside unsweetened tea or fresh fruit, especially if you want a sweet treat without refined sugar.

How Nutritious Is Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage?

Nutrient density

Medium

48/ 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

Low

30/ 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 Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage Processed?

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.

Does Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts yes
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage Good For?

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

Refined Sugar-Free Walnut Sausage Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.44g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.75g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.32g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 4.6:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (4.6:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.