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Sesame cacık Calories
Provides protein, calcium, and healthy fats from sesame
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Sesame cacık (150 g) has 128 calories. That works out to 85 calories per 100 g. It contains 8 g of carbs, 6.6 g of protein, 6.6 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 189 mg of Phosphorus covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Sesame cacık Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
128
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
8g
· 3% DV
Protein
6.6g
· 13% DV
Fat
6.6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 27% · Protein 22% · Fat 51%
Sesame cacık nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 128 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.33 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 158 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 6.6 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 Serving of Sesame cacık?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 128 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 26 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (medium) | 60 g | 51 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 213 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 300 g | 255 kcal |
Calculated from 85 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sesame cacık
What is sesame cacık made of?
Sesame cacık is a Turkish yogurt-and-cucumber dish with sesame added for a nutty flavor. Common ingredients include garlic, salt and mint; the sesame may be whole, toasted or in the form of tahini.
How do you make sesame cacık?
Mix yogurt with crushed garlic and salt, then stir in grated or finely chopped cucumber and sesame. Add a little cold water to reach your preferred consistency, and garnish with sesame before serving. It is a simply assembled dish made with minimally processed ingredients.
How is sesame cacık different from regular cacık?
Sesame cacık adds sesame seeds or tahini to the yogurt-and-cucumber base used in regular cacık. Sesame gives it a nuttier taste and can make the texture richer; it is an addition rather than a standard ingredient in classic cacık.
Can you use tahini instead of sesame seeds in sesame cacık?
Yes, tahini works in sesame cacık and gives it a smooth, creamy texture. Stir it into the yogurt a little at a time, since its flavor is concentrated; whole or toasted sesame seeds add more texture and a milder sesame note.
What do you serve with sesame cacık?
Serve sesame cacık as a chilled meze alongside grilled meat, chicken, köfte or vegetables. It also works as a dip for warm flatbread, and its cool yogurt base provides a fresh contrast to richly seasoned dishes.
How do you keep sesame cacık from getting watery?
To keep sesame cacık thicker, squeeze excess liquid from grated cucumber before mixing it with the yogurt. Add any water gradually, since cucumber releases more liquid as the dish sits; a thick yogurt also helps maintain its consistency.
Can you make sesame cacık ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare sesame cacık ahead, but cucumber will release water as it rests. For the freshest texture, keep the cucumber separate from the seasoned yogurt and combine them shortly before serving; add the sesame garnish at the end.
How long does sesame cacık last in the fridge?
Keep sesame cacık covered and refrigerated, and aim to eat it within one to two days for the best texture. Stir it before serving, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended period.
Is sesame cacık the same as tzatziki?
No, sesame cacık and tzatziki are related yogurt-and-cucumber dishes, but recipes and serving styles vary by region. Sesame cacık specifically includes sesame or tahini, while tzatziki usually relies on cucumber, garlic and herbs without sesame.
Is sesame cacık traditionally made with toasted sesame?
Toasted sesame is an optional variation, not a requirement for sesame cacık. Toasting brings out a stronger, nuttier aroma, while plain sesame or tahini gives a gentler flavor; add toasted seeds shortly before serving to keep their texture.
Sesame cacık Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
B12
0.52µg · 22% DV
B5
0.57mg · 11% DV
Biotin
3.15µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
189mg · 27% DV
Calcium
218mg · 22% DV
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Iodine
26µg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
278mg · 8% DV
Sodium
158mg · 7% DV
Sesame cacık Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sesame cacık
To burn the 128 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 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 Sesame cacık?
Sesame cacık is a Turkish-style cold yogurt dish, usually made with cucumber and often garlic, then finished with sesame. Depending on how much water is stirred into the yogurt, it can be thick enough to scoop or light enough to serve alongside a meal.
In Turkey it is commonly served chilled as a meze or cooling side, especially in warm weather, and goes well with grilled vegetables or meat, rice and bread. The yogurt contributes protein and calcium, while sesame adds fat and a nutty note. For a lighter version, loosen it with a little water and use a modest sprinkle of sesame.
How Nutritious Is Sesame cacık?
Nutrient density
High
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 Sesame cacık 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 Sesame cacık Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sesame cacık Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Sesame cacık Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.33g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.17g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24:1).
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