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Sour cherry cacık Calories
A refreshing cacık made with yogurt, sour cherries, and cucumber.
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 bottle (medium) of Sour cherry cacık (180 g) has 103 calories. That works out to 57 calories per 100 g. It contains 13 g of carbs, 5.8 g of protein, 3.6 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 158.4 mg of Phosphorus covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Sour cherry cacık Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 180 g
103
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
13g
· 5% DV
Protein
5.8g
· 12% DV
Fat
3.6g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 22% · Fat 30%
Sour cherry cacık nutrition facts table · 1 bottle (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 103 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.16 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 225 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% |
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 Bottle of Sour cherry cacık?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bottle (medium) | 180 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 6 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 18 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 16 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 137 kcal |
Calculated from 57 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sour cherry cacık
What is sour cherry cacık?
Sour cherry cacık is a chilled yogurt dish made with cucumber and sour cherries. The fruit gives the familiar yogurt-and-cucumber base a tart, fruity flavor, and the dish is usually served as a side or meze rather than as a sweet dessert.
How do you make sour cherry cacık?
To make sour cherry cacık, stir chopped or grated cucumber into yogurt, then fold in pitted sour cherries and a little salt. Add garlic if you like, loosen the texture with cold water, and chill it before serving.
Can you make sour cherry cacık with frozen cherries?
Yes, frozen sour cherries work well in sour cherry cacık. Thaw and drain them first, since excess juice can make the yogurt runny and turn it a deeper pink. Fold the cherries in shortly before serving for a firmer texture.
Should sour cherry cacık be made with sour cherries or sweet cherries?
Sour cherries are the better choice for sour cherry cacık because their tartness balances the mild yogurt and cucumber. Sweet cherries make the dish noticeably sweeter and less like the tangy, savory cacık the name suggests.
Do you need to peel the cucumber for sour cherry cacık?
No, you do not need to peel the cucumber for sour cherry cacık. Leave the peel on for a little more texture, or peel it if you prefer a smoother dish; removing some of the cucumber’s moisture helps prevent the yogurt from thinning.
How is sour cherry cacık different from regular cacık?
Sour cherry cacık differs from regular cacık because it includes pitted sour cherries, which add tartness and color. The yogurt-and-cucumber base remains familiar, while garlic is optional and can be reduced if you want the fruit flavor to stand out.
What do you serve with sour cherry cacık?
Serve sour cherry cacık cold alongside grilled meat, chicken, or rice dishes. Its tart, creamy flavor can balance a rich meal, and it also works as part of a spread of small dishes with bread and other meze.
Can you make sour cherry cacık ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare sour cherry cacık ahead, but cucumber releases water as it sits. For the best texture, keep the yogurt mixture and chopped cucumber chilled separately, then stir in the drained cherries shortly before serving.
Why does sour cherry cacık become watery?
Sour cherry cacık becomes watery when cucumber releases liquid or thawed cherries bring excess juice into the yogurt. Drain thawed fruit, squeeze grated cucumber lightly, and add any cold water a little at a time rather than pouring it in at once.
Can you make sour cherry cacık without garlic?
Yes, sour cherry cacık can be made without garlic. Leaving it out gives the sour cherry flavor more room and makes the dish milder; fresh mint or dill can add a savory herbal note instead.
Sour cherry cacık Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.5µg · 21% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
B5
0.5mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
158mg · 23% DV
Calcium
189mg · 19% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Sodium
225mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
297mg · 9% DV
Sour cherry cacık Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sour cherry cacık
To burn the 103 calories in 1 bottle (medium) (180 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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 Sour cherry cacık?
Sour cherry cacık is a chilled variation on Turkish cacık, bringing together yogurt, cucumber and tart sour cherries. It keeps the cool, creamy and gently refreshing character of the familiar yogurt-and-cucumber dish, with the cherries adding a fruity tang. Its texture can range from spoonable to more fluid, depending on how it is prepared.
In Turkey, cacık is commonly served cold alongside a meal or as part of a meze spread; this cherry version also works as a refreshing snack in warm weather. The yogurt provides some protein, while the fruit contributes most of the sweetness and carbohydrates. Pair it with grilled vegetables or a simple meal when you want a cool, lighter accompaniment.
How Nutritious Is Sour cherry 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 Sour cherry 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 Sour cherry cacık Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sour cherry 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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Sour cherry cacık Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.99g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.22g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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