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Yogurt-based side dish with protein and calcium
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Turmeric onion yogurt (150 g) has 101 calories. That works out to 67 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.1 g of carbs, 5.4 g of protein, 5.3 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 0.6 µg of B12 covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
101
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
8.1g
· 3% DV
Protein
5.4g
· 11% DV
Fat
5.3g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 21% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 101 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.3 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 3.3 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.1 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% |
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 serving (medium) | 150 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 10 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 20 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 67 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 134 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 168 kcal |
Calculated from 67 calories per 100 g.
Turmeric onion yogurt is made by softening finely chopped onion in a little oil, stirring in turmeric, and letting the mixture cool before folding it into yogurt. Season with salt and serve chilled as a side or dip.
Turmeric onion yogurt goes well with grilled chicken, kebabs, roasted vegetables, and rice or flatbread. Serve it cold alongside a warm main dish, or offer it as a dip with raw vegetables and bread.
Yes, turmeric onion yogurt works as a dip, especially when made with thick or strained yogurt. If yours is runny, strain the yogurt first or add the onion mixture gradually so the dip stays scoopable.
The onion can be raw or cooked in turmeric onion yogurt, but cooking it first gives a milder, sweeter flavor. For a raw-onion version, chop it finely and let the finished mixture rest briefly so the flavors blend.
Yes, you can make turmeric onion yogurt ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Cool the cooked onion mixture before stirring it into the yogurt, then mix the dish again just before serving.
To keep turmeric onion yogurt thick, start with thick yogurt and let cooked onions cool before mixing them in. Avoid adding hot ingredients, and drain watery yogurt before preparing the dish.
Turmeric onion yogurt has a noticeable onion flavor, but sautéing the onion makes it milder than using it raw. Thick yogurt also softens the sharpness; add the onion gradually if you prefer a gentler taste.
Yes, fresh turmeric can replace ground turmeric in turmeric onion yogurt. Finely grate it and briefly cook it with the onion; fresh root can taste sharper, so begin with a small amount and adjust to taste.
Turmeric onion yogurt is best described as a yogurt-based side or meze rather than a dish with one fixed traditional recipe. Home versions can vary in whether the onion is raw or cooked and in how much turmeric is added.
Turmeric onion yogurt is a flavorful yogurt-based side, but it is not proven to prevent or treat illness. Adding turmeric and onion does not turn the dish into a remedy; enjoy it as part of a meal.
Vitamins
B12
0.63µg · 26% DV
B2
0.24mg · 18% DV
B5
0.57mg · 11% DV
Biotin
3.15µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Iodine
33µg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
153mg · 22% DV
Calcium
189mg · 19% DV
Selenium
5.4µg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
255mg · 8% DV
Sodium
72mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 101 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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Turmeric onion yogurt is a savoury yogurt side made by mixing yogurt with turmeric and onion. It is a simple home-style combination rather than a dish with one fixed recipe: the onion may be raw, softened in a pan or briefly sautéed. Cool, tangy yogurt balances turmeric’s earthy flavour and the onion’s sharper bite, while the texture can range from smooth to pleasantly chunky.
Serve it as a dip or side with grilled vegetables, lentils, rice dishes or meats; it also works alongside flatbread as part of a casual spread. Yogurt gives the dish protein and calcium, and the portion is generally light. For a milder flavour, sauté the onion until soft and let it cool before stirring it into the yogurt.
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
✓ 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
SATURATED
3.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
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.