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Taco çiğ köfte Calories
Tortilla filled with çiğ köfte and vegetables; vegan, spicy, high fiber
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Taco çiğ köfte (120 g) has 204 calories. That works out to 170 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.4 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 6.6 g of fiber. Its 45.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 38% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Taco çiğ köfte Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
204
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
38.4g
· 14% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
3.4g
· 4% DV
Fiber
6.6g
· 24% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 75% · Protein 10% · Fat 15%
Taco çiğ köfte nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 204 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.48 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.4 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
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 Medium Taco çiğ köfte?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 60 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 136 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 306 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 250 g | 425 kcal |
Calculated from 170 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Taco çiğ köfte
What is Taco çiğ köfte?
Taco çiğ köfte is a Turkish-inspired taco made by wrapping çiğ köfte and vegetables in a tortilla. It combines the seasoned, bulgur-based çiğ köfte mixture with the hand-held format of a taco.
How do you make Taco çiğ köfte at home?
To make Taco çiğ köfte, soften a tortilla briefly in a warm pan, add çiğ köfte and sliced vegetables, then fold it like a taco. Keep the filling centered and avoid overstuffing so it stays easy to hold.
What is the difference between Taco çiğ köfte and a regular çiğ köfte wrap?
Taco çiğ köfte uses a tortilla and is usually folded into a taco shape, while a regular çiğ köfte wrap is typically rolled in lavash. The tortilla-and-folded format changes how it is held and served, not the basic çiğ köfte filling.
Is Taco çiğ köfte served raw?
Taco çiğ köfte is generally served without cooking the çiğ köfte filling; the word “çiğ” means raw, but the filling is a seasoned bulgur mixture rather than raw meat in the common meatless version. The tortilla may be warmed separately.
What vegetables go in Taco çiğ köfte?
Taco çiğ köfte commonly includes fresh vegetables such as lettuce and tomato, with cucumber or pickles as possible additions. The exact mix varies by shop, so crunchy vegetables are a good choice for balancing the soft tortilla and filling.
How spicy is Taco çiğ köfte?
Taco çiğ köfte is often spicy because the çiğ köfte mixture may contain isot pepper and other seasonings. Ask for a mild version if available, and add hot sauce separately so you can control the heat.
What sauce goes well with Taco çiğ köfte?
Lemon juice and pomegranate molasses pair well with Taco çiğ köfte, while hot sauce adds extra heat. Use only a little liquid sauce at first; too much can make the tortilla soggy and cause the filling to slip out.
Can Taco çiğ köfte be meal-prepped ahead of time?
Taco çiğ köfte is best assembled shortly before eating because the fresh vegetables release moisture into the tortilla. For advance preparation, refrigerate the çiğ köfte and chopped vegetables separately and fill the tortillas just before serving.
How should leftover Taco çiğ köfte be stored?
Store leftover Taco çiğ köfte in a sealed container in the refrigerator and eat it promptly, ideally the same day. If possible, keep the tortilla, çiğ köfte, and vegetables separate; assembled leftovers can become damp and lose their texture.
What can you serve with Taco çiğ köfte?
Taco çiğ köfte works well with a simple salad, extra lemon, or pickled vegetables. These sides complement its spicy, savory filling without making the meal too heavy; serve sauces on the side to keep the tortilla from getting soggy.
Taco çiğ köfte Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
45.6µg · 38% DV
Vitamin A
252µg · 28% DV
Vitamin C
15.6mg · 17% DV
B1
0.17mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Iron
1.92mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
252mg · 7% DV
Taco çiğ köfte Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Taco çiğ köfte
To burn the 204 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 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 Taco çiğ köfte?
Taco çiğ köfte is a modern wrap-style take on çiğ köfte, the spicy bulgur mixture associated with southeastern Turkey. The tortilla is filled with the seasoned mixture and usually fresh vegetables; this version is meat-free and vegan. It brings the flavours of Turkish street food together with the easy-to-eat format of a taco.
Expect a lively chilli and spice kick, with a substantial, slightly grainy bulgur filling balanced by crisp, fresh vegetables. In Turkey it works as a quick lunch or snack, and it can be served with ayran; elsewhere, it makes an easy handheld meal. It provides fibre and is relatively low in fat. Add extra greens and go easy on rich sauces for a lighter, fresher bite.
How Nutritious Is Taco çiğ köfte?
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 Taco çiğ köfte Processed?
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.
Does Taco çiğ köfte Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Taco çiğ köfte Good For?
Vegan
✓ 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
Taco çiğ köfte Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.6:1).
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