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Soğukluk cacık Calories
Cooling yogurt-cucumber dip and a source of calcium
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Soğukluk cacık (200 g) has 126 calories. That works out to 63 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.4 g of carbs, 6.6 g of protein, 6.4 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 0.7 µg of B12 covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Soğukluk cacık Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
126
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
8.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
6.6g
· 13% DV
Fat
6.4g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 29% · Protein 22% · Fat 49%
Soğukluk cacık nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 126 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.4 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 4.04 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 500 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| 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 Cup of Soğukluk cacık?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 126 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 19 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (medium) | 60 g | 38 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 189 kcal |
Calculated from 63 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Soğukluk cacık
What is Soğukluk cacık?
Soğukluk cacık is a chilled Turkish yogurt-and-cucumber dish served as a dip, side, or light accompaniment. Recipes commonly season it with garlic and mint, while the texture ranges from thick to spoonable.
How do you make Soğukluk cacık?
Soğukluk cacık is made by mixing chopped or grated cucumber into plain yogurt. Stir in garlic, mint, and salt if desired, then add cold water gradually until it reaches the consistency you want.
What do you serve with Soğukluk cacık?
Soğukluk cacık goes well with grilled meats, kebabs, rice dishes, and spicy meals. Its cool, tangy yogurt base also makes it a refreshing side for a table of mezze or other warm-weather dishes.
Is Soğukluk cacık supposed to be thick or runny?
Soğukluk cacık can be either thick or pourable; there is no single texture used in every recipe. Keep it thick for dipping or serving as a mezze, and add cold water a little at a time for a looser version.
Why does Soğukluk cacık get watery?
Soğukluk cacık often becomes watery because cucumber releases moisture after it is mixed with yogurt. For a thicker result, squeeze excess liquid from grated cucumber and add any water gradually, just before serving.
Should you peel the cucumber for Soğukluk cacık?
No, peeling the cucumber for Soğukluk cacık is optional. Wash thin-skinned cucumbers well and leave the skin on for texture; peel them if the skin is tough or you prefer a smoother dip.
Can you make Soğukluk cacık ahead of time?
Yes, you can mix Soğukluk cacık shortly before serving and chill it until needed. For the freshest texture, add cucumber and adjust the water closer to serving, since cucumber releases liquid as it sits.
How long does Soğukluk cacık keep in the fridge?
Soğukluk cacık is best eaten fresh, but it can be kept covered in the refrigerator and used promptly. The cucumber may release water and soften, so stir it before serving and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Does Soğukluk cacık need garlic?
No, Soğukluk cacık does not need garlic. Leave it out for a milder flavor, or add a small amount of crushed garlic for a sharper taste; mint is another common seasoning.
Can you use Greek yogurt in Soğukluk cacık?
Yes, Greek yogurt works in Soğukluk cacık and gives it a thicker, creamier texture. Thin it with cold water a little at a time if you want the lighter, more spoonable consistency used in some versions.
Soğukluk cacık Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.7µg · 29% DV
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
B5
0.7mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Iodine
40µg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
184mg · 26% DV
Calcium
230mg · 23% DV
Sodium
500mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
310mg · 9% DV
Soğukluk cacık Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Soğukluk cacık
To burn the 126 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 Soğukluk cacık?
Soğukluk cacık is a Turkish chilled yogurt-and-cucumber dish, usually made by stirring chopped or grated cucumber into yogurt and loosening it with a little water. Garlic and herbs such as mint may be added, depending on the cook and the local recipe.
In Turkey, it is served cold as a refreshing side with grilled dishes, rice and everyday meals; it also fits naturally on a summer or iftar table. English-speaking diners can serve it alongside kebabs, flatbreads or a simple lunch, or enjoy it as a light dip. Yogurt gives it calcium and some protein, while cucumber keeps it fresh-tasting. For a thinner, lighter version, add cold water and go easy on the salt.
How Nutritious Is Soğukluk cacık?
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 Soğukluk 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 Soğukluk cacık Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Soğukluk 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
Soğukluk cacık Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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