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A clear glass of deep burgundy-purple fermented turnip drink sits beside a glass of opaque white ayran topped with a thin layer of foam.
●Low GI

Şalgam with ayran Calories

Savory fermented drink blend with probiotics

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

24kcal

GI

15low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

95mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.1g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Şalgam with ayran (250 g) has 60 calories. That works out to 24 calories per 100 g. It contains 5 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 2.5 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Şalgam with ayran Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g

60

KCAL / 250G

Carbs

5g

· 2% DV

Protein

3g

· 6% DV

Fat

2.5g

· 3% DV

Fiber

0.3g

· 1% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 22% · Fat 41%

Şalgam with ayran nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (250 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories60 kcal
Total fat2.5 g3%
Saturated fat1.5 g8%
Trans fat0.08 g
Sodium700 mg30%
Total carbohydrate5 g2%
Fiber0.3 g1%
Protein3 g6%

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 Cup of Şalgam with ayran?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)250 g60 kcal
1 teaspoon (mini)5 g1 kcal
1 tablespoon (small)15 g4 kcal
100 g100 g24 kcal
1 cup (small)200 g48 kcal
1 bottle (small)300 g72 kcal
1 cup (large)330 g79 kcal
1 serving (large)400 g96 kcal
1 bottle (medium)500 g120 kcal

Calculated from 24 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Şalgam with ayran

What is Şalgam with ayran made of?

Şalgam with ayran combines ayran, a yogurt-and-water drink, with şalgam juice, a fermented, savory drink commonly made with purple carrots and turnip. Salt is typical, and some şalgam juice is spicy.

What does Şalgam with ayran taste like?

Şalgam with ayran tastes tangy, salty, and creamy, with the fermented sharpness of şalgam juice balanced by yogurt. If the şalgam juice is hot, the blend can also have a noticeable chili kick.

Is Şalgam with ayran a traditional Turkish drink?

Şalgam juice and ayran are both familiar Turkish drinks, but combining them is not the usual traditional way to serve either one. Şalgam with ayran is a mixed variation rather than a standard pairing with a single established recipe.

How do you make Şalgam with ayran at home?

Mix cold ayran with cold şalgam juice and adjust the amount to your taste; there is no single required ratio. Add the şalgam juice gradually so you can control the blend’s saltiness, sourness, and heat.

Does Şalgam with ayran contain live probiotics?

It may contain live cultures if its fermented ingredients have not been heat-treated, but fermentation alone does not guarantee probiotics remain in the drink. Processing and storage can affect whether live microorganisms are present.

Does Şalgam with ayran contain alcohol?

Şalgam with ayran is not made as an alcoholic drink, and alcohol is not a standard added ingredient. Fermentation of şalgam juice can produce very small amounts of alcohol naturally, depending on how it is made.

Why does Şalgam with ayran separate?

The acidity of şalgam juice can cause the yogurt proteins in ayran to clump or the mixture to separate. This does not automatically mean it has spoiled; stir the ingredients together just before drinking for a more even texture.

How should you store Şalgam with ayran after mixing it?

Keep Şalgam with ayran covered in the refrigerator and drink it while fresh. The mixture may separate as it sits, so stir it before serving, and avoid leaving it at room temperature for an extended period.

Is Şalgam with ayran high in sodium?

It can be high in sodium because both şalgam juice and ayran may be salted. The amount varies by recipe, so people limiting sodium should choose less salty versions or keep their serving small.

Does Şalgam with ayran contain lactose?

Yes, ayran is made from yogurt and generally contains some lactose, so Şalgam with ayran is not automatically lactose-free. Fermentation may reduce lactose, but people with lactose intolerance can still have symptoms from it.

Şalgam with ayran Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.45µg · 19% DV

B2

0.2mg · 15% DV

Biotin

3µg · 10% DV

B5

0.45mg · 9% DV

Minerals

Sodium

700mg · 30% DV

Phosphorus

100mg · 14% DV

Calcium

138mg · 14% DV

Iodine

15µg · 10% DV

Potassium ⭐

238mg · 7% DV

Şalgam with ayran Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

15
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.8
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Şalgam with ayran

To burn the 60 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):

🚶

15min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

6min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

8min

Cycling

🏊

7min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Şalgam with ayran?

Şalgam with ayran combines ayran—a tangy drink made from yogurt, water and salt—with şalgam suyu, a fermented, savoury drink popular in southern Turkey, especially around Adana. The blend brings together ayran’s mellow creaminess and şalgam’s sharp, earthy tang.

It is usually served cold, often alongside kebabs and other hearty meals, or as a refreshing drink in warm weather. You may find it mixed together or with the two flavours kept distinct until stirred. It is relatively light, with a little protein from the yogurt, but its flavour is bold and salty. For a milder cup, use more ayran; it also pairs well with simple grilled foods.

How Nutritious Is Şalgam with ayran?

Nutrient density

Low

34/ 100

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

40/ 100

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 Şalgam with ayran 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 Şalgam with ayran Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Şalgam with ayran 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

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Şalgam with ayran Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.5g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.63g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.13g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 1.6:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.