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High-protein spicy yogurt dip
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Spicy strained yogurt atom (40 g) has 51 calories. That works out to 128 calories per 100 g. It contains 2 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 3.5 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 µg of B12 covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 40 g
51
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
2g
· 1% DV
Protein
2.7g
· 5% DV
Fat
3.5g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 16% · Protein 21% · Fat 63%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 51 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.5 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.96 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 124 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 40 g | 51 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 26 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (small) | 60 g | 77 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (large) | 80 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 115 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 128 kcal |
| ½ cup (medium) | 120 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 307 kcal |
Calculated from 128 calories per 100 g.
Spicy strained yogurt atom is a Turkish meze made by topping thick strained yogurt with hot pepper warmed in butter or oil. It is usually served cold beneath the pepper topping, and its heat varies with the type and amount of chilli used.
To make spicy strained yogurt atom, spread thick strained yogurt on a serving plate, then pour over hot butter or oil briefly warmed with chilli flakes or dried hot peppers. Add the pepper topping just before serving so the yoghurt stays cool and the peppers retain their aroma.
Spicy strained yogurt atom is defined by its hot-pepper-and-butter topping. Haydari is usually mixed with garlic and herbs, and may include cheese; it is generally tangier and more herb-forward rather than relying on a spicy topping.
The name atom is commonly understood as a playful reference to the meze’s intense heat. There is no single standard recipe or official origin story for the name, so the heat—and sometimes the pepper topping—can differ from one restaurant to another.
Spicy strained yogurt atom is commonly topped with Turkish pul biber, dried hot peppers, or another chilli that can be briefly warmed in butter or oil. Using milder pepper flakes makes a gentler version; cooking the chilli too long can make it taste bitter.
Spicy strained yogurt atom is served as a cold meze alongside grilled meat, kebabs, or other Turkish small plates. It also works with pide, flatbread, or crusty bread, while a mild salad or grilled vegetables offer a fresh contrast to the spicy topping.
Yes, the strained-yogurt base for spicy strained yogurt atom can be prepared and chilled ahead of time. Warm the chilli in butter or oil shortly before serving and add it on top then; this keeps the topping aromatic and prevents the butter from setting in the fridge.
Use less chilli in the topping and serve spicy strained yogurt atom with extra plain yogurt or bread to soften the heat. Once a very spicy topping has been mixed into the yogurt, it is difficult to remove the heat, so adjust the chilli before pouring it on.
Spicy strained yogurt atom will generally keep for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Use a clean spoon and avoid leaving it out for an extended time; discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Spicy strained yogurt atom provides protein from the yogurt, but the amount of butter or oil in its topping affects how rich the finished meze is. It can fit as a side dish, though chilli may trigger heartburn or discomfort for some people.
Vitamins
B12
0.17µg · 7% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Vitamin A
31.2µg · 3% DV
Biotin
1.04µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
38mg · 5% DV
Sodium
124mg · 5% DV
Calcium
47mg · 5% DV
Selenium
1.92µg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
73mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Spicy strained yogurt atom is a Turkish meze made by mixing thick strained yogurt, often with garlic, and topping it with hot dried peppers briefly sizzled in oil or butter. Recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen, but the contrast of cool yogurt and fiery topping is central to the dish.
Serve it as a dip with warm bread or alongside grilled meat and other small plates; it also works as a punchy addition to a spread of Mediterranean-style dishes. The yogurt gives it a protein-containing base, while the oil-rich pepper topping makes it more substantial than plain yogurt. For a lighter version, use less topping oil and adjust the chilli to your taste.
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.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
1.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.