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Sahlep Latte Calories
Warm, milky, traditional drink made with orchid tuber flour
In season: Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Sahlep Latte (200 g) has 160 calories. That works out to 80 calories per 100 g. It contains 25 g of carbs, 6.4 g of protein, 4.2 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 190 mg of Phosphorus covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Sahlep Latte Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
160
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
25g
· 9% DV
Protein
6.4g
· 13% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% 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 61% · Protein 16% · Fat 23%
Sahlep Latte nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 160 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.2 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 6.4 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 Cup of Sahlep Latte?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 160 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 180 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 240 kcal |
Calculated from 80 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sahlep Latte
What is a Sahlep Latte?
A Sahlep Latte is a warm, creamy drink made with milk and salep powder, traditionally obtained from orchid tubers. Recipes vary: some are simply spiced and sweetened, while café versions may add espresso.
Does a Sahlep Latte have caffeine?
A traditional Sahlep Latte has no caffeine because it contains no coffee. Some cafés add an espresso shot, so ask how it is made if you are avoiding caffeine or ordering it for a child.
What does a Sahlep Latte taste like?
A Sahlep Latte tastes creamy, gently sweet, and softly aromatic, often with cinnamon on top. Salep gives it a distinctive smooth, thick texture; an espresso version adds a more pronounced roasted coffee flavor.
How do you make a Sahlep Latte at home?
To make a Sahlep Latte, whisk salep powder into cold milk until smooth, then heat it gently while stirring until thick. Sweeten to taste, froth the milk if desired, and finish with cinnamon.
Is a Sahlep Latte the same as Turkish salep?
They are closely related, but not always identical. Turkish salep usually means the traditional hot milk-and-salep drink, while Sahlep Latte may describe a foamier café-style serving or a version made with espresso.
Is real salep in a Sahlep Latte made from orchids?
Yes, genuine salep powder is made from the dried tubers of certain orchid species. Some products use other thickeners instead, so the name Sahlep Latte alone does not guarantee that the drink contains orchid salep.
Can a Sahlep Latte soothe a sore throat?
A warm Sahlep Latte may feel soothing on an irritated throat, but it does not treat the cause of a sore throat. Seek medical advice for severe or persistent symptoms rather than relying on the drink as a remedy.
Can you make a Sahlep Latte without dairy milk?
Yes, you can make a Sahlep Latte with an unsweetened plant-based milk instead of dairy milk. The texture and flavor may change, and some plant milks foam better than others; check that the salep powder dissolves smoothly.
Can you serve a Sahlep Latte iced?
Yes, a Sahlep Latte can be served iced, although salep thickens as it cools. Prepare and dissolve the powder while warming the milk, let the drink cool, then pour it over ice and stir before serving.
How should you store leftover Sahlep Latte?
Refrigerate leftover Sahlep Latte promptly in a covered container and use it within two days. Salep can settle or thicken as it stands, so stir while reheating gently; avoid leaving the milk-based drink at room temperature.
Sahlep Latte Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.6µg · 25% DV
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
B5
0.8mg · 16% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
190mg · 27% DV
Calcium
240mg · 24% DV
Iodine
16µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
320mg · 9% DV
Sodium
80mg · 3% DV
Sahlep Latte Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sahlep Latte
To burn the 160 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Sahlep Latte?
Sahlep Latte is a café-style take on salep, a traditional Turkish drink made by cooking orchid-tuber flour with milk. It is often sweetened and finished with a dusting of cinnamon. In Turkey, salep is especially popular as a hot drink in the colder months, served at home, in cafés and at pastry shops.
The milk gives it a creamy, gently thick texture, while its mild sweetness and cinnamon scent make it comforting on its own or alongside a small pastry. Its nutrition comes mainly from milk and carbohydrates, with some protein and very little fibre. If you prefer a less sweet cup, ask for or make it with less sugar; extra cinnamon adds aroma without needing more sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Sahlep Latte?
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 Sahlep Latte 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 Sahlep Latte Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sahlep Latte Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
Sahlep Latte Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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