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Fried vegetable fritters made with zucchini, carrot, potato, herbs, and egg.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Vegetable Mücver (70 g) has 98 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.5 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 147 µg of Vitamin A covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Vegetable Mücver is a Turkish home-style fritter made by mixing grated zucchini, carrot and potato with egg and fresh herbs, then frying the mixture in small rounds. Dill and spring onion are common additions, though recipes vary from one kitchen to another.
The edges turn golden and crisp while the middle stays tender and moist. In Turkey, mücver is served warm or at room temperature, often with plain or garlicky yogurt as a side dish, meze or light meal. Its vegetables contribute fibre, while egg adds some protein; a 100 g serving provides 2.3 g of fibre. For a lighter plate, cook the fritters with less oil and pair them with a crisp salad.
Selected: 100 g
140
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
16.5g
· 6% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
6.2g
· 8% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 12% · Fat 40%
Vitamins
Vitamin A
210µg · 23% DV
Vitamin K
13µg · 11% DV
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
220mg · 10% DV
Selenium
5.2µg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
62mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
260mg · 8% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 140 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
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
— 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
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.3:1).
Vegetable Mücver is a Turkish-style vegetable fritter, usually made with grated zucchini, carrot, potato, herbs, egg and flour. The mixture is shaped into small patties and cooked in a pan or baked.
To make Vegetable Mücver, grate the vegetables and squeeze out excess liquid, then mix them with egg, flour and chopped herbs. Spoon small portions into a hot, lightly oiled pan and cook both sides until golden.
Vegetable Mücver can fall apart when the grated vegetables release too much water or the mixture is turned before it sets. Squeeze the vegetables well, add a little flour if the batter is loose, and wait for the underside to brown before flipping.
Yes, you can bake Vegetable Mücver instead of frying it. Spread the mixture in an oiled baking dish or shape it into individual patties, then bake until set and browned; it will generally have less crisp edges than pan-fried mücver.
To keep Vegetable Mücver from becoming soggy, squeeze the grated zucchini and other watery vegetables thoroughly before mixing. Cook small batches in a hot pan, then place the fritters in a single layer so steam does not soften them.
Garlic yogurt is a classic sauce for Vegetable Mücver. Serve it on the side, or use plain yogurt with chopped dill or mint for a milder accompaniment that lets the herbs in the fritters come through.
Serve Vegetable Mücver with a crisp salad, soup or a bowl of yogurt for a simple meal. It also works as a side dish alongside grilled vegetables or meat, and is often served as part of a spread of small dishes.
Yes, Vegetable Mücver can include grated carrot, potato, scallions and fresh herbs as well as zucchini. Keep the mixture firm by squeezing out liquid from watery vegetables and adding the flour gradually.
Cooked Vegetable Mücver keeps in the refrigerator for about three to four days in a sealed container. Reheat it in a skillet or oven to restore some crispness; refrigeration will soften the fried edges.
Yes, you can freeze cooked Vegetable Mücver once it has cooled. Freeze the pieces in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container with baking paper between layers; reheat from thawed in an oven or skillet.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.