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Protein-rich bulgur dish
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Turkey bulgur (200 g) has 296 calories. That works out to 148 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.2 g of carbs, 20.4 g of protein, 6.4 g of fat and 7 g of fiber. Its 30.8 µg of Selenium covers 56% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 46 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
296
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
40.2g
· 15% DV
Protein
20.4g
· 41% DV
Fat
6.4g
· 8% DV
Fiber
7g
· 25% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 27% · Fat 19%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 296 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.4 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.24 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 370 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.2 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 7 g | 25% |
| Protein | 20.4 g | 41% |
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 cup (medium) | 200 g | 296 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 22 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 300 g | 444 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 350 g | 518 kcal |
| 1 cup (jumbo) | 400 g | 592 kcal |
Calculated from 148 calories per 100 g.
Turkey bulgur is a one-pot dish made with bulgur wheat and turkey, often cooked with onion, stock, and seasonings. The bulgur absorbs the cooking liquid and turkey juices, making it a savory pilaf-style meal.
Make turkey bulgur by browning bite-size turkey pieces with onion, then stirring in bulgur and hot stock or water. Cover and cook gently until the bulgur is tender and the liquid is absorbed, then let it rest before serving.
Turkey thigh works especially well in turkey bulgur because it stays moist during cooking. Turkey breast is leaner and cooks faster, so cut it evenly and avoid overcooking it before adding the bulgur.
Black pepper, paprika, cumin, and dried mint all work well in turkey bulgur. Use tomato paste for a deeper, savory flavor, or add a little lemon at the end to brighten the dish.
Serve turkey bulgur with a crisp salad, plain yogurt, or cucumber yogurt sauce. Roasted vegetables also pair well; choose something fresh or lightly acidic to balance the warm, savory pilaf.
To keep turkey bulgur from getting mushy, use coarse bulgur and avoid adding too much liquid. Keep the pot covered while it cooks, resist stirring repeatedly, and let it stand briefly after the liquid has been absorbed.
Yes, you can use fine bulgur for turkey bulgur, but it cooks faster and needs less liquid than coarse bulgur. Add it near the end of cooking so it softens without turning pasty.
Yes, turkey bulgur can be made in a slow cooker, but add the bulgur later rather than leaving it to cook for the full cycle. This helps prevent it from becoming overly soft while the turkey cooks.
Leftover turkey bulgur keeps for a few days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you need, until it is steaming hot throughout.
Yes, turkey bulgur freezes well, although the bulgur may soften slightly after thawing. Cool it, divide it into airtight portions, and thaw in the refrigerator before reheating thoroughly.
Vitamins
B3
7mg · 44% DV
B6
0.48mg · 28% DV
B1
0.2mg · 17% DV
B5
0.76mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Selenium
31µg · 56% DV
Manganese
1.04mg · 45% DV
Phosphorus
284mg · 41% DV
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Sodium
370mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
384mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 296 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Turkey bulgur brings together bulgur wheat and turkey, usually cooked as a pilaf-style dish. It fits naturally into Turkish home cooking, where the grains may be simmered with the meat and seasoned with ingredients such as onion, pepper or tomato. The bulgur absorbs the cooking liquid, giving the dish a tender, savoury texture.
Serve it warm as a main meal, with yoghurt or a crisp salad alongside; leftovers also make an easy lunch. Bulgur provides fibre and filling grain-based carbohydrates, while turkey makes this a protein-rich option: it has 10.2 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter version, use a little less oil and add extra vegetables.
High
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
1.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.64g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.