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Traditional Turkish soup with meatballs and vegetables
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 bottle (medium) of Toparlak Soup (300 g) has 195 calories. That works out to 65 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.6 g of carbs, 10.5 g of protein, 7.5 g of fat and 3.6 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 300 g
195
KCAL / 300G
Carbs
18.6g
· 7% DV
Protein
10.5g
· 21% DV
Fat
7.5g
· 10% DV
Fiber
3.6g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 23% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 195 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.5 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.1 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 780 mg | 34% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.6 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% |
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% |
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 bottle (medium) | 300 g | 195 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 150 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 228 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 325 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 750 g | 488 kcal |
Calculated from 65 calories per 100 g.
Toparlak Soup is a Turkish soup made with small, usually bulgur-and-minced-meat dumplings, often cooked with chickpeas and tomato-based seasoning. Recipes vary by household and region, so the dumplings and broth may be prepared in different ways.
Toparlak Soup dumplings are typically made by kneading fine bulgur with minced meat, seasonings, and sometimes a little flour, then rolling the mixture into small balls. Kneading thoroughly helps the balls hold together during cooking.
Toparlak Soup dumplings usually fall apart when the bulgur mixture has not been kneaded enough or the balls are dropped into vigorously boiling broth. Knead until cohesive, shape them firmly, and add them gently; avoid stirring at first.
No, chickpeas are common in Toparlak Soup but are not essential in every recipe. Some versions focus on the bulgur-and-meat dumplings in a seasoned broth, while others add chickpeas, vegetables, or a yogurt-based finish.
No, Toparlak Soup and yuvalama are different Turkish dishes, though both can include small dumplings. Yuvalama is especially associated with Gaziantep and is commonly served with chickpeas and a yogurt-based sauce; Toparlak Soup has more varied regional and household recipes.
You can make a meat-free version of Toparlak Soup by forming the dumplings from fine bulgur, flour, and seasonings, then cooking them in chickpea and vegetable broth. The texture and flavor will differ from the traditional meat-based version.
Serve Toparlak Soup with crusty bread, a simple salad, or pickled vegetables. Because its dumplings and chickpeas make it substantial, a light side is usually a better match than another rich main dish.
Yes, Toparlak Soup can be frozen, although the bulgur dumplings may soften after thawing. Cool it promptly, freeze it in airtight portions, and, if the recipe uses yogurt, freeze the soup before adding the yogurt finish for a smoother result.
Toparlak Soup keeps for about three days in the refrigerator when stored in a covered container. Refrigerate it after it has cooled, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat until it is hot throughout.
Toparlak Soup is part of Turkish home cooking and is associated with regional traditions in central Anatolia and nearby areas. There is no single recipe used everywhere: ingredients and whether the broth is tomato-based or yogurt-finished can vary.
Vitamins
B12
0.54µg · 23% DV
Vitamin A
135µg · 15% DV
B3
2.1mg · 13% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Sodium
780mg · 34% DV
Phosphorus
96mg · 14% DV
Selenium
7.5µg · 14% DV
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
330mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Toparlak Soup is a traditional Turkish home-style soup named for its small, round dumplings. They are commonly made with minced meat and fine bulgur, then simmered in a broth with vegetables; some household versions also include chickpeas. Recipes vary from region to region and from one family kitchen to another.
Served hot, it has tender, substantial dumplings and a savoury broth, often seasoned with tomato. In Turkey it can stand on its own as a lunch or supper, perhaps with salad alongside. It provides some protein, while remaining a relatively light soup by weight; add extra vegetables or keep the oil modest for a lighter bowl.
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
— Not 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
2.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.45g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.