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Classic stuffed grape leaves served with yogurt-based ayran
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
5 piece (medium) of Stuffed grape leaves with ayran (120 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.8 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 72 µg of Vitamin K covers 60% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 120 g
132
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
19.8g
· 7% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
3.8g
· 5% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 12% · Fat 26%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.8 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.44 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 396 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.8 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (medium) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 48 g | 53 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 72 g | 79 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 176 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 192 g | 211 kcal |
| 10 piece (large) | 240 g | 264 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Stuffed grape leaves with ayran are grape leaves wrapped around a savory filling and served with ayran, a yogurt-based drink. The leaves are commonly filled with rice, herbs and sometimes meat; ayran is usually served alongside, not cooked into the rolls.
No, ayran is generally served as a drink alongside Stuffed grape leaves with ayran, rather than mixed into the filling. The wrapped leaves are cooked separately, and keeping the drink separate preserves the texture of the rice filling.
Stuffed grape leaves with ayran are made by wrapping filling in grape leaves. Dolma often refers to vegetables such as peppers or zucchini filled with a mixture, though naming varies by region and people sometimes use “dolma” broadly for stuffed dishes.
Stuffed grape leaves with ayran are often filled with rice, onion, olive oil and herbs such as parsley, mint or dill. Some versions contain minced meat, while meat-free, olive-oil-based versions are also common.
Stuffed grape leaves with ayran can be served hot, warm or cold, depending on the filling and recipe. Olive-oil versions are commonly served cold or at room temperature, while meat-filled rolls are more often served warm.
Ayran is served with Stuffed grape leaves with ayran as a cool, savory drink that pairs well with the seasoned filling. It is a familiar accompaniment in Turkish meals, and its tangy yogurt flavor contrasts with the herbs and grape leaves.
Yes, rinse brined grape leaves for Stuffed grape leaves with ayran before filling them to remove excess salt. If the leaves taste especially salty, soaking them briefly in fresh water can help; fresh leaves may need blanching to soften.
To keep Stuffed grape leaves with ayran from unrolling, use a modest amount of filling and fold the sides of each leaf in before rolling it tightly. Arrange the rolls snugly in the pot and weigh them down with a plate as they cook.
Yes, you can freeze the stuffed grape leaves, preferably before adding the ayran. Cool cooked rolls completely, pack them airtight and thaw them in the refrigerator; serve the ayran fresh and separate, since freezing can affect its texture.
Refrigerate Stuffed grape leaves with ayran in a covered container and use them within about three days. Keep the ayran in its own container, and do not eat leftovers that have been left at room temperature for an extended time.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
72µg · 60% DV
Folate
42µg · 11% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Vitamin C
7.2mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
396mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
66mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
144mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Stuffed grape leaves with ayran brings together Turkish-style sarma—vine leaves wrapped around a rice filling, often seasoned with onion and herbs—and ayran, a tangy yogurt drink. It belongs to the broader food traditions of Turkey and the eastern Mediterranean, where stuffed leaves are a familiar home-cooked dish.
The leaves have a pleasantly tart bite, while the filling is soft and aromatic. Sarma is served cool or at room temperature as part of a meze spread, a light lunch or a shared meal; ayran makes a refreshing pairing, especially in warm weather. The rice makes the dish mainly carbohydrate-based, with modest protein. Add a fresh salad for a lighter meal, or enjoy it without extra bread.
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 3
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.