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Fermented, low-calorie, probiotic, sugar-free, spicy beverage
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Spicy Turnip Juice (Sugar-Free) (200 g) has 16 calories. That works out to 8 calories per 100 g. It contains 3 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 6 mg of Vitamin C covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
16
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
3g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% 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 74% · Protein 15% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 16 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 700 mg | 30% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% |
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 cup (medium) | 200 g | 16 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 1000 g | 80 kcal |
Calculated from 8 calories per 100 g.
Sugar-free spicy turnip juice is a Turkish fermented vegetable drink, commonly served cold alongside meals. Despite its English name, it is usually made mainly from black carrots, with turnip and other ingredients varying by recipe; chilli gives the spicy version its heat.
Spicy turnip juice is a traditional pairing for kebabs because its sharp, salty, tangy taste contrasts with rich grilled meat. It is generally poured into a glass and served cold, rather than used as a sweet fruit-style juice.
Spicy turnip juice is fermented and typically includes black carrot; chilli gives it a noticeable heat. It is different from ordinary fresh turnip juice, which is simply extracted from the vegetable and does not have the same fermented, savoury flavour.
Yes, some recipes include turnip, but black carrot is usually the main ingredient behind the drink’s deep colour and distinctive flavour. Sugar-free spicy turnip juice is a fermented vegetable drink, not simply juice squeezed from turnips.
It may contain small amounts of naturally occurring sugars or carbohydrates left from the vegetables and fermentation, even when no sugar is added. “Sugar-free” does not necessarily mean carbohydrate-free, so the term should not be taken to mean the drink has none at all.
Fermentation can create live microorganisms in spicy turnip juice, but processing such as pasteurisation can reduce or eliminate them. So, not every sugar-free spicy turnip juice product necessarily contains live cultures or provides a probiotic effect.
Sugar-free spicy turnip juice has a savoury, tangy taste with heat from chilli, but the intensity varies by recipe and brand. If you are sensitive to spicy foods, start with a small sip and choose a mild version if available.
Yes, you can make it by fermenting black carrots, turnip, water, salt and chilli, using a reliable recipe. Keep the equipment clean and follow food-safety instructions carefully; uncontrolled fermentation can spoil the drink or make it unsafe.
Keep sugar-free spicy turnip juice refrigerated after opening, with the container tightly closed, and follow the package directions. Discard it if the smell or appearance changes unexpectedly or the container shows signs of spoilage.
It can be salty because salt is commonly used in fermentation, so frequent or large servings may add meaningfully to sodium intake. If you have high blood pressure or kidney disease, ask your clinician how it fits your needs.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
700mg · 30% DV
Calcium
30mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
16mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
60mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Spicy Turnip Juice (Sugar-Free) is a traditional fermented drink from southern Turkey, especially associated with Adana. It is typically made by fermenting black carrots and turnip in brine, with hot pepper giving the spicy version its kick. Expect a deep colour and a tangy, salty, savoury taste rather than the sweetness of a fruit juice. It is served chilled and commonly accompanies kebabs, dürüm wraps and other grilled foods in Turkey; it also works as a punchy drink alongside a meal elsewhere. Fermentation and its low calorie content make it a light option: it has 8 calories per 100 g. Sip it alongside food if you find its saltiness or heat intense.
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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.