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Fermented turnip and carrot beverage, probiotic, low calorie
In season: Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Şaşgam juice (200 g) has 24 calories. That works out to 12 calories per 100 g. It contains 5 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
24
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
5g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 85% · Protein 7% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 24 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% |
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 cup (medium) | 200 g | 24 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 100 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 60 kcal |
Calculated from 12 calories per 100 g.
Şaşgam juice tastes tangy, salty, and sometimes spicy, with a fermented vegetable flavor. Its intensity varies by recipe and brand. It is usually served chilled, and the hot version gets its heat from added pepper rather than from fermentation itself.
Şaşgam juice is a fermented Turkish drink typically made with turnips, purple carrots, water, and salt. Bulgur flour or sourdough starter may help start fermentation, and pepper is added to some versions. Recipes vary, so ingredients are not identical across products.
Not exactly: despite the English name, Şaşgam juice is a fermented drink commonly made with both turnips and purple carrots, not simply the juice of a raw turnip. It has a distinctive sour, salty flavor and is traditionally associated with southern Turkey.
Şaşgam juice is a traditional accompaniment to kebabs, especially Adana kebab, in southern Turkey. Its cold, sharp, salty taste pairs well with rich or spicy grilled food. It is also commonly served alongside dürüm and lahmacun.
Unpasteurized Şaşgam juice may contain live microorganisms from fermentation, but pasteurization or other heat treatment can destroy them. Fermented does not automatically mean probiotic, so the live-culture content depends on how the drink was made and handled.
Şaşgam juice is made as a nonalcoholic fermented drink, not as an alcoholic beverage. Fermentation can produce trace alcohol, though the amount depends on the process. If you need to avoid alcohol completely, ask the producer about that specific product.
Cloudiness or sediment in Şaşgam juice can come from vegetable particles and fermentation residue, and is not automatically a sign that it has spoiled. Follow the bottle’s shaking instructions if provided. Discard it if you see mold, an unusual smell, or a swollen container.
Many people can include Şaşgam juice in their diet, but it can be salty, and frequent large servings may add substantial sodium. If you have high blood pressure or kidney disease, ask your clinician or dietitian how it fits your needs.
Keep opened Şaşgam juice tightly closed in the refrigerator and follow the storage instructions on its label. Homemade and unpasteurized versions may spoil sooner. Throw it away if it develops mold, an unpleasant odor, or unexpected fizzing.
Yes, Şaşgam juice can be made at home by fermenting vegetables with salted water and a starter such as bulgur-based mixture or sourdough. Use a clean vessel and a reliable fermentation recipe; discard the batch if mold or an unpleasant odor develops.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
4mg · 4% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.6µg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
800mg · 35% DV
Calcium
30mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
100mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
16mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A specialty associated with Adana and southern Turkey, Şaşgam juice is a sharply flavoured fermented drink made mainly from purple carrots and turnip, brined with salt and water. Traditional versions may use bulgur as a fermentation starter, and recipes vary in sourness and heat.
It is usually served cold alongside kebabs, lahmacun and other savoury meals; some versions are notably spicy. Its taste is tangy, salty and earthy. The drink is low in calories and mostly water, with a small amount of carbohydrate per 100 g. If you are new to it, try a small glass first and have water alongside, as its bold, salty flavour can be an acquired taste.
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.
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 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.
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
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.