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Walnut sausage Turkish delight Calories
Traditional sugar-based confection with walnuts
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Walnut sausage Turkish delight (40 g) has 165 calories. That works out to 412 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.7 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Walnut sausage Turkish delight Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
165
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
28.7g
· 10% DV
Protein
2g
· 4% DV
Fat
5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 68% · Protein 5% · Fat 27%
Walnut sausage Turkish delight nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 165 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.56 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.7 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2 g | 4% |
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 sausage Turkish delight?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 30 g | 124 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 206 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 60 g | 247 kcal |
| 4 slice (thick) | 60 g | 247 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 330 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 412 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 494 kcal |
Calculated from 412 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walnut sausage Turkish delight
What is walnut sausage Turkish delight?
Walnut sausage Turkish delight is a sweet made from a sugar-based lokum mixture with walnuts, often shaped like a sausage. Despite its name, it is a confection, not a meat product; recipes and shapes vary.
How is walnut sausage Turkish delight made?
Walnut sausage Turkish delight is made by combining walnuts with a cooked, sugar-based lokum mixture and shaping the confection. Walnuts may be mixed through, arranged as a filling, or used in another way depending on the maker.
Is walnut sausage Turkish delight the same as churchkhela?
No. Churchkhela is a Georgian sweet typically made by dipping threaded nuts in a thickened grape mixture, while walnut sausage Turkish delight uses a lokum-style, sugar-based confection. Their sausage-like shape can make them look similar.
Does walnut sausage Turkish delight contain meat?
No, walnut sausage Turkish delight does not contain sausage meat. “Sausage” refers to its shape; it is a sweet confection made with walnuts and a sugar-based lokum mixture.
How is walnut sausage Turkish delight different from regular Turkish delight?
Walnut sausage Turkish delight includes walnuts and is often formed into a sausage-like shape, while regular Turkish delight commonly comes as small, plain or flavored cubes. The exact texture and walnut-to-lokum ratio vary by recipe.
How should you store walnut sausage Turkish delight?
Store walnut sausage Turkish delight in a sealed container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Keeping it covered helps prevent the sugar-based surface from drying out or picking up moisture and becoming sticky.
Can you freeze walnut sausage Turkish delight?
Freezing walnut sausage Turkish delight is usually unnecessary and can affect its texture. Condensation as it thaws may make the sugary coating sticky, so keep it sealed in a cool, dry cupboard instead.
What does walnut sausage Turkish delight taste like?
Walnut sausage Turkish delight tastes sweet, with the soft, chewy character of lokum and the richer, slightly earthy crunch of walnuts. The balance varies depending on how much walnut the maker includes.
How do you serve walnut sausage Turkish delight?
Slice walnut sausage Turkish delight into small pieces and serve it with Turkish coffee or tea. Its concentrated sweetness makes it a natural addition to a dessert or hospitality platter alongside other small sweets.
Why is walnut sausage Turkish delight sticky?
Walnut sausage Turkish delight can become sticky when its sugar-based surface absorbs moisture or is left exposed to air. Seal it after serving and store it away from humid areas to help preserve its texture.
Walnut sausage Turkish delight Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.8µg · 3% DV
B3
0.32mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
47mg · 7% DV
Magnesium
19mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
Sodium
15mg · 1% DV
Walnut sausage Turkish delight Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Walnut sausage Turkish delight
To burn the 165 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 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 sausage Turkish delight?
Walnut sausage Turkish delight is a Turkish confection that brings together walnuts and the soft, sweet chew of lokum, or Turkish delight. It is typically shaped like a sausage and cut into slices, with the walnuts adding a pleasantly firm, nutty contrast to the tender candy. In Turkey, it is served to guests and at festive gatherings, often alongside tea or Turkish coffee; it also makes a distinctive edible gift.
It is a sugar-forward sweet, while the walnuts contribute some protein, fat and fibre. Its rich sweetness makes a small slice a satisfying treat, especially with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Walnut sausage Turkish delight?
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 sausage Turkish delight 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 sausage Turkish delight Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Walnut sausage Turkish delight Good For?
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
Walnut sausage Turkish delight Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.92g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36.8:1).
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