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Tarator with pickles Calories
Yogurt-based dip/meze with pickles; low in carbs, can be high in sodium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Tarator with pickles (30 g) has 26 calories. That works out to 88 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.5 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 1.7 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 µg of B12 covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Tarator with pickles Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
26
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
1.7g
· 2% 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 23% · Protein 17% · Fat 60%
Tarator with pickles nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 26 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.7 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.93 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 153 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% |
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 2 Tablespoons of Tarator with pickles?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 13 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 53 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 75 g | 66 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 88 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 211 kcal |
Calculated from 88 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tarator with pickles
What is Tarator with pickles?
Tarator with pickles is a cold yogurt-based dip or meze mixed with chopped pickles. Garlic and herbs are common additions, while the exact texture and flavor vary by recipe; the pickles give it a distinctive tangy, salty bite.
How do you make Tarator with pickles?
Tarator with pickles is made by folding chopped, drained pickles into thick yogurt. Add garlic or dill if you like, then chill it briefly before serving. Draining the pickles first helps keep the dip from turning watery.
What do you serve with Tarator with pickles?
Tarator with pickles goes well with grilled meat, chicken, kebabs, and fried vegetables. Serve it cold as part of a meze spread, or offer it as a dip with bread and raw vegetables.
What kind of pickles go in Tarator with pickles?
Cucumber pickles are the usual choice for Tarator with pickles, especially small gherkins that stay pleasantly crunchy. Chopped pickled cabbage or mixed vegetables can also work, but drain them well because their brine can make the yogurt dip too salty or loose.
Is Tarator with pickles the same as regular tarator?
No, Tarator with pickles specifically includes chopped pickles, which add a tangy, salty crunch. The word tarator describes different sauces and dips across regions, so some versions use walnuts or bread instead of the yogurt-and-pickle combination.
Why does Tarator with pickles become watery?
Tarator with pickles turns watery when the yogurt or pickles release liquid. Use thick yogurt, drain and pat the pickles dry, and stir them in shortly before serving. If making it ahead, keep the chopped pickles separate until then.
Can you make Tarator with pickles ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare Tarator with pickles ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator. For the best texture, mix in the drained pickles close to serving time; stir the dip before serving if it has separated slightly.
How long does Tarator with pickles keep in the fridge?
Tarator with pickles is best eaten fresh, but leftovers can be kept covered and refrigerated for a short time. Refrigerate it promptly, use a clean serving spoon, and discard it if it has been left out for hours or its smell or appearance changes.
How can you make Tarator with pickles less salty?
To make Tarator with pickles less salty, mix in more plain yogurt and avoid adding extra salt. You can rinse the chopped pickles before using them, though this also reduces some of their tang and may soften their crunch.
Can you make Tarator with pickles without garlic?
Yes, Tarator with pickles can be made without garlic. The pickles still provide plenty of tang, and dill or mint can add freshness instead. Skipping garlic also makes the dip milder for serving alongside strongly flavored dishes.
Tarator with pickles Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
Vitamin K
5.4µg · 5% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Biotin
0.63µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
153mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
29mg · 4% DV
Calcium
35mg · 4% DV
Selenium
1.08µg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
50mg · 1% DV
Tarator with pickles Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tarator with pickles
To burn the 26 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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What is Tarator with pickles?
Tarator with pickles is a chilled Turkish meze made by mixing yogurt with finely chopped pickled vegetables, often with garlic. Recipes vary in thickness and seasoning, but the contrast is familiar: cool, creamy yogurt against the pickles’ sharp, salty tang and little bursts of crunch.
In Turkey, it is served as part of a meze spread or alongside grilled meats and vegetables; elsewhere, it also works as a dip for bread or raw vegetables. It is relatively low in carbohydrates, though the pickles can make it quite salty. Drain or briefly rinse them for a milder result, and pair the dip with unsalted foods.
How Nutritious Is Tarator with pickles?
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 Tarator with pickles Processed?
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.
Does Tarator with pickles Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tarator with pickles Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Tarator with pickles Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.93g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.42g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
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