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Salty, tangy, low-calorie pickled cucumber dish prepared by sautéing
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sauteed pickled cucumber (120 g) has 58 calories. That works out to 48 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.8 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 21.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
58
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
5.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
3.4g
· 4% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 8% · Fat 52%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 58 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 936 mg | 41% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% |
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 serving (medium) | 120 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 17 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (medium) | 54 g | 26 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 70 g | 34 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 67 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 86 kcal |
Calculated from 48 calories per 100 g.
Sauteed pickled cucumber is made by chopping drained cucumber pickles and cooking them in a pan with onion and a little oil. Some versions add tomato paste or chilli; taste before adding salt, since the pickles are already salty.
The basic ingredients for sauteed pickled cucumber are cucumber pickles, onion, and oil. Home cooks may also add garlic, tomato paste, or spices, but the exact additions vary; the pickles provide the dish’s characteristic tang and much of its saltiness.
Firm cucumber pickles work best for sauteed pickled cucumber because they hold their shape during cooking. Small gherkins or larger cucumber pickles both work; drain and chop them first so excess brine does not make the pan watery.
Sauteed pickled cucumber is a home-style way of cooking cucumber pickles in Turkish cuisine, rather than a dish with one universally agreed regional origin. Recipes differ from household to household, especially in whether they include onion, tomato paste, or eggs.
Yes, eggs can be added to sauteed pickled cucumber. Cook the pickles and onion first, then stir in beaten eggs and cook until set; the pickles season the eggs, so taste the dish before adding any extra salt.
Serve sauteed pickled cucumber with bread, rice, or bulgur pilaf, depending on whether you want a light accompaniment or part of a fuller meal. Plain yogurt or a simple salad can balance its tangy, salty flavour.
To make sauteed pickled cucumber less salty, rinse the chopped pickles or soak them briefly in fresh water, then drain them well. Skip added salt and avoid adding much pickle brine, which can make the finished dish saltier.
You can add a small splash of pickle brine to sauteed pickled cucumber for extra tang, but it is not necessary. The pickles release moisture as they cook, and too much brine can leave the dish overly salty and wet.
Store sauteed pickled cucumber in a covered container in the refrigerator and use it within a few days. Cool it promptly after cooking, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat; an egg-containing version is best eaten sooner.
Yes, sauteed pickled cucumber can be served at breakfast, particularly alongside bread or eggs. Its bold, salty-sour taste works as a small side rather than a neutral staple, so pair it with less salty foods.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
21.6µg · 18% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Biotin
0.96µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
936mg · 41% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
144mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Sauteed pickled cucumber is a Turkish home-style dish made by chopping cucumber pickles and briefly cooking them in a pan, often with onion and a little oil. It belongs to the wider Turkish tradition of sautéing pickled vegetables, with regional versions found in areas where pickles are a familiar part of the table. Its flavour is tangy and salty, and cooking softens the cucumber while leaving some bite. Serve it as a small side or meze with bread, alongside a simple meal; it is not usually treated as a sweet pickle relish. The dish is light in calories, though its saltiness can be pronounced. Rinse the pickles before cooking and use oil sparingly if you want a gentler, lighter result.
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 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ 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
SATURATED
0.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.42g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.