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Walnut midye dessert Calories
Traditional syrup-soaked pastry dessert filled with walnuts
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Walnut midye dessert (55 g) has 227 calories. That works out to 412 calories per 100 g. It contains 29 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 11.2 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Walnut midye dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 55 g
227
KCAL / 55G
Carbs
29g
· 11% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
11.2g
· 14% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 6% · Fat 44%
Walnut midye dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (55 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 227 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.2 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 2.81 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 29 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
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 Medium Walnut midye dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 55 g | 227 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 28 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 75 g | 309 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 371 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 412 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 110 g | 453 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 577 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 165 g | 680 kcal |
Calculated from 412 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walnut midye dessert
What is walnut midye dessert?
Walnut midye dessert is a Turkish syrup-soaked pastry filled with walnuts and shaped to resemble a mussel shell. “Midye” refers to its shape, not an ingredient.
How is walnut midye dessert made?
Walnut midye dessert is made by filling thin pastry with walnuts, folding or pinching it into a shell-like shape, and baking it. Syrup is added afterward; recipes vary in their dough and syrup details.
Does walnut midye dessert contain mussels?
No, walnut midye dessert does not contain mussels or other seafood. The name describes the pastry’s mussel-shell shape, while the filling is walnuts.
What is the difference between walnut midye dessert and baklava?
Both walnut midye dessert and baklava use thin pastry, a nut filling, and syrup. Midye dessert is shaped like a mussel shell, whereas baklava is usually layered in a tray and cut into pieces.
Why is walnut midye dessert shaped like a mussel?
Walnut midye dessert gets its distinctive name and appearance from its folded, shell-like pastry shape. The resemblance is decorative; mussels are not part of the recipe.
Can you make walnut midye dessert with pistachios instead of walnuts?
Yes, a similar midye-shaped pastry can be filled with pistachios, but that is a pistachio variation rather than walnut midye dessert. The walnut version uses walnuts as its defining filling.
How should walnut midye dessert be stored?
Keep walnut midye dessert covered in a cool, dry place so the syrup does not attract moisture and the pastry does not dry out. Refrigeration can make the pastry firmer; follow the bakery’s storage advice if bought.
Can you freeze walnut midye dessert?
Yes, walnut midye dessert can be frozen in an airtight container, with pieces separated to prevent sticking. Thaw it at room temperature; the pastry may be less crisp after freezing.
Is walnut midye dessert served warm or cold?
Walnut midye dessert is commonly served at room temperature after it has absorbed the syrup. It is usually offered as an individual sweet with Turkish tea, rather than served hot straight from the oven.
Is walnut midye dessert suitable for people with diabetes?
Walnut midye dessert is soaked in sugar syrup and can raise blood glucose. Anyone with diabetes should account for it in their meal plan; ask a doctor or dietitian if you need guidance for your individual plan.
Walnut midye dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.65µg · 6% DV
B6
0.09mg · 5% DV
Folate
15.4µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
29mg · 7% DV
Sodium
65mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
86mg · 3% DV
Walnut midye dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Walnut midye dessert
To burn the 227 calories in 1 piece (medium) (55 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Walnut midye dessert?
Walnut midye dessert is a Turkish syrup-soaked pastry, shaped to resemble a mussel shell and filled with walnuts. The folded dough gives it its distinctive ridged form, while the nut filling brings a toasted, earthy note beneath the sweetness of the syrup.
It is tender and syrupy inside, often with a lightly crisp exterior. In Turkey, it is served after a meal or for guests and special occasions, commonly alongside tea or coffee; it also makes a fitting introduction to Turkish sweets for readers elsewhere. Pastry and syrup make it energy-dense and rich in carbohydrates, while walnuts contribute fat and some fibre. Offer a small piece with unsweetened tea or coffee if you want to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Walnut midye dessert?
Nutrient density
Low
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
Low
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 Walnut midye dessert Processed?
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.
Does Walnut midye dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Walnut midye dessert Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Walnut midye dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.81g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.97g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.74g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.4:1).
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