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Romanian soup Calories
Traditional Romanian soup, often with vegetables, meat or chicken
In season: Winter · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Romanian soup (250 g) has 95 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.3 g of carbs, 5.3 g of protein, 2.8 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 17.5 µg of Vitamin K covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Romanian soup Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
95
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
11.3g
· 4% DV
Protein
5.3g
· 11% DV
Fat
2.8g
· 4% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 23% · Fat 28%
Romanian soup nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 95 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.8 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.75 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% |
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 Cup of Romanian soup?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 95 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 200 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 1000 g | 380 kcal |
Calculated from 38 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Romanian soup
What is Romanian soup?
Romanian soup is a broad name for soups from Romania, commonly made with vegetables and meat or chicken. Recipes vary by region and household; some are clear soups, while ciorbă-style versions are deliberately sour.
How do you make Romanian soup?
To make Romanian soup, simmer chopped vegetables in broth with chicken or another meat until tender. For a sour ciorbă-style soup, add bors (fermented wheat-bran liquid), lemon juice, or vinegar near the end, then finish with fresh herbs.
What is the difference between Romanian soup and ciorbă?
Ciorbă is a Romanian soup category known for its sour taste, while Romanian soup is a broader description. A Romanian soup may be a ciorbă, but it can also be a mild vegetable or meat soup without a souring ingredient.
What makes Romanian soup sour?
Romanian soup becomes sour when a recipe includes bors, a fermented wheat-bran liquid, or an alternative such as lemon juice or vinegar. The amount and type of souring ingredient vary, so not every Romanian soup has a tangy flavor.
What meat is used in Romanian soup?
Romanian soup can be made with chicken, beef, pork, or other meats, depending on the regional recipe. Chicken is a familiar choice for a lighter broth, while bone-in meat can give the soup a richer, more savory base.
What vegetables go in Romanian soup?
Romanian soup often includes onions, carrots, and other available vegetables; recipes may also use celery, peppers, tomatoes, or potatoes. There is no single required vegetable mix, so the ingredients depend on the particular Romanian soup being prepared.
How is Romanian soup traditionally served?
Romanian soup is usually served hot, often with bread. Sour cream and fresh herbs may accompany it, especially with ciorbă-style versions; serving the cream separately lets everyone adjust the richness of their bowl.
Can you make Romanian soup without meat?
Yes, Romanian soup can be made as a meatless vegetable soup using vegetable stock instead of meat broth. Beans or mushrooms can make it more substantial, and bors, lemon, or vinegar can provide the characteristic tang in a sour version.
Can Romanian soup be frozen?
Yes, Romanian soup generally freezes well in airtight portions, although potatoes and sour cream can change texture after thawing. Freeze it before adding cream, then thaw and reheat gently and stir in the cream just before serving.
How long does Romanian soup last in the fridge?
Romanian soup keeps for about three to four days in a covered container in a cold refrigerator. Cool it promptly after cooking, and store sour cream or fresh herbs separately so they can be added when each portion is served.
Romanian soup Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
17.5µg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
112.5µg · 13% DV
B12
0.3µg · 13% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Sodium
800mg · 35% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
55mg · 8% DV
Selenium
3.75µg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
225mg · 7% DV
Romanian soup Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Romanian soup
To burn the 95 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Romanian soup?
Romanian soup is a broad name for home-style soups from Romania, commonly made with a vegetable-rich broth and meat or chicken. Recipes vary by region and season; some versions have a gently sour finish, so there isn’t one fixed ingredient list or flavour.
In Romania it is often served hot as a first course or as a simple meal with bread. Elsewhere, it works well as a warming lunch or an easy starter. Its overall nutrition is relatively light, with vegetables contributing some fibre and meat or chicken adding protein. For a lighter bowl, use a modest amount of oil and plenty of vegetables; bread makes it more filling.
How Nutritious Is Romanian soup?
Nutrient density
Medium
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 Romanian soup 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 Romanian soup Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Romanian soup Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
Romanian soup Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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