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Traditional Turkish dessert made with semolina, sugar, milk, and pistachios
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Semolina dessert with pistachio (80 g) has 208 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 30.4 g of carbs, 4.2 g of protein, 7.6 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
208
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
30.4g
· 11% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
7.6g
· 10% 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 59% · Protein 8% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 208 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.6 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.16 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30.4 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% |
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 piece (medium) | 80 g | 208 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 208 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 160 g | 416 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
Semolina dessert with pistachio is commonly made by cooking semolina with milk and sugar until thick, then adding pistachios and letting the mixture cool and set. Recipes vary in their use of butter, flavorings, and toppings, so follow one method from start to finish.
Semolina dessert with pistachio is a Turkish milk-based sweet made with semolina, sugar, and pistachios. The mixture is cooked until thick and served after setting, giving it a soft, sliceable texture rather than the crumbly texture of many semolina halvas.
No, they are usually different desserts. Semolina dessert with pistachio is typically cooked with milk and chilled until set, while Turkish semolina halva is generally made by toasting semolina in fat and then adding liquid and sweetener.
Semolina dessert with pistachio is usually served chilled or at cool room temperature so it holds its shape when sliced. Add crushed pistachios just before serving for a fresh garnish, or pair a portion with plain coffee or fruit.
Yes, semolina dessert with pistachio is well suited to making ahead because it needs time to cool and set. Keep it covered in the refrigerator, then add any crunchy pistachio topping shortly before serving so it does not soften.
Semolina dessert with pistachio can turn lumpy if the semolina is added too quickly or is not stirred as the liquid heats. Sprinkle it in gradually while whisking, then keep stirring and scrape the base of the pan as the mixture thickens.
Semolina dessert with pistachio keeps for a few days in the refrigerator when covered in an airtight container. Because it contains milk, refrigerate leftovers promptly and avoid leaving the serving dish at room temperature for an extended time.
Yes, you can freeze semolina dessert with pistachio, though its milk-based texture may become watery or slightly grainy after thawing. Freeze individual portions in airtight containers and thaw them in the refrigerator; freshly made dessert usually has the best texture.
Yes, semolina dessert with pistachio can be made entirely on the stovetop. Cook the semolina mixture in a saucepan until thick, stir in the pistachios, then transfer it to a dish and chill until firm enough to serve.
Yes, chopped almonds or walnuts can replace pistachios in semolina dessert with pistachio, although the flavor will no longer be the traditional pistachio version. You can also leave out the nut topping, but the dessert will have a different texture and finish.
Vitamins
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
B12
0.14µg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.76µg · 6% DV
B5
0.28mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
62mg · 9% DV
Selenium
3.36µg · 6% DV
Calcium
50mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
88mg · 3% DV
Sodium
30mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Semolina dessert with pistachio is a traditional Turkish sweet made by cooking semolina with milk and sugar, then adding pistachios. Depending on the recipe, it can be soft enough to eat with a spoon or firm enough to cut into portions. The semolina gives it a smooth, gently grainy texture, while the pistachios bring a fragrant, nutty contrast. In Turkey it is commonly served after a meal, chilled or at room temperature, and pairs well with tea or Turkish coffee. It is mostly a source of carbohydrates, with 38 g per 100 g, so a modest portion makes a satisfying finish; unsweetened tea is a simple pairing if you prefer to keep the serving light.
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.
Low
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
2.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.68g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.