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Protein-rich strained yogurt meze with carrot
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Strained yogurt meze with carrot (60 g) has 71 calories. That works out to 118 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.5 g of carbs, 3.7 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 171 µg of Vitamin A covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 60 g
71
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
3.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
3.7g
· 7% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 21% · Fat 59%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 71 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.7 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 111 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% |
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) | 60 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 20 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 75 g | 89 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 118 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (large) | 120 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 177 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 260 kcal |
Calculated from 118 calories per 100 g.
Strained yogurt meze with carrot is a Turkish-style cold side dish made by mixing thick yogurt with grated carrot, usually softened in a little oil. Garlic is a common addition, and it is often served as part of a meze spread.
To make strained yogurt meze with carrot, sauté grated carrots until tender, let them cool completely, then stir them into strained yogurt. Season with salt and, if you like, crushed garlic; finish with a little olive oil before serving.
Strained yogurt meze with carrot is very similar to carrot tarator, and the names are sometimes used for much the same Turkish meze. Recipes vary in the type and amount of yogurt, and may include garlic, walnuts, or other seasonings.
Yes, Greek yogurt works well in strained yogurt meze with carrot because it has a thick texture. If yours is looser than strained yogurt, drain it first so the finished meze stays creamy rather than watery.
Usually, yes: the grated carrots in strained yogurt meze with carrot are sautéed until soft. You can use them raw for a crunchier version, but cooked carrots blend more smoothly with the yogurt and bring out a sweeter flavor.
Strained yogurt meze with carrot pairs well with grilled meat, chicken, kebabs, and other Turkish meze. Serve it chilled with warm flatbread or alongside a larger spread of salads and cold dishes.
Yes, strained yogurt meze with carrot can be made a few hours ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator. Cool the cooked carrots before mixing them with the yogurt, then add any finishing oil just before serving.
Strained yogurt meze with carrot keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Return leftovers to the fridge promptly, and discard the meze if its smell, appearance, or texture has changed.
Strained yogurt meze with carrot can turn watery if the carrots are warm when mixed in or release excess moisture. Let them cool fully and cook off or drain liquid from the pan before combining them with the yogurt.
Freezing strained yogurt meze with carrot is not recommended. Yogurt can separate and become grainy as it thaws, so make a fresh batch or refrigerate leftovers and use them within a few days.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
171µg · 19% DV
B12
0.25µg · 10% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B5
0.25mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
61mg · 9% DV
Calcium
71mg · 7% DV
Sodium
111mg · 5% DV
Iodine
5.1µg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
111mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Strained yogurt meze with carrot is a Turkish-style chilled side, usually made by softening grated carrot in a little oil and folding it into thick strained yogurt. Garlic is a common addition. The carrot brings gentle sweetness, while the yogurt makes the mixture creamy and tangy.
It is served as part of a meze spread, alongside grilled meat or vegetables, or as a cool starter in warmer weather. Scoop it up with bread or serve it with other yogurt-based dips. Strained yogurt makes it a relatively protein-rich choice: it provides 6.1 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter version, use less oil when cooking the carrot and keep the yogurt-to-carrot balance generous.
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.
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
2.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.22g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.