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Creamy yogurt-and-walnut celery dip with fiber
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Yogurt celery tarator (120 g) has 142 calories. That works out to 118 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.8 g of carbs, 4.9 g of protein, 9.7 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 117.6 mg of Phosphorus covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Yogurt celery tarator is a Turkish-style cold meze made with grated celery root stirred into yogurt, commonly with walnuts and garlic. Its fresh, slightly earthy celery flavour is softened by tangy yogurt, while the walnuts add a gentle crunch and richness.
It is usually served chilled as part of a shared meze spread, alongside bread, other vegetable dishes or grilled food. The dip brings together vegetables, yogurt and nuts, so it offers some fibre and protein as well as a creamy texture. For a lighter version, use plain yogurt rather than making the mixture especially rich, and let it chill briefly before serving so the flavours meld.
Selected: 100 g
118
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
8.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
4.1g
· 8% DV
Fat
8.1g
· 10% 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 27% · Protein 13% · Fat 60%
Vitamins
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
B12
0.28µg · 12% DV
Vitamin K
14.5µg · 12% DV
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
98mg · 14% DV
Calcium
108mg · 11% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Iodine
12µg · 8% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.89g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.7:1).
Yogurt celery tarator is a cold Turkish meze made with grated celery root mixed with yogurt, commonly with garlic and walnuts. It is served as a creamy, tangy side dish rather than as a cooked celery dish.
To make yogurt celery tarator, peel and grate celery root, then mix it with yogurt, crushed garlic, and chopped walnuts. Add lemon juice to keep the celery bright, and chill the mixture before serving.
You can, but stalk celery gives yogurt celery tarator a wetter, stringier texture than grated celery root. If using stalks, chop them finely and drain off excess liquid before mixing them with the yogurt.
The celery in yogurt celery tarator is usually raw and grated, which gives the meze its crisp texture. Some cooks briefly sauté the grated celery for a softer result, but it should be cooled before adding yogurt.
Yogurt celery tarator can turn brown because cut celery root oxidizes when exposed to air. Toss the freshly grated celery with lemon juice right away, then mix it into the yogurt instead of leaving it uncovered.
Yogurt celery tarator is served chilled as a Turkish meze alongside grilled meats, fish, kebabs, or other small plates. It also works with pita, crusty bread, or raw vegetables for dipping.
Yes, yogurt celery tarator can be made without walnuts; they add crunch and a nutty flavor but are not needed for the mixture to hold together. Leave them out or sprinkle them on only for guests who want them.
Yes, Greek yogurt works well in yogurt celery tarator and makes the dip thicker and tangier. If it is especially dense, stir in a little water or lemon juice so it coats the grated celery evenly.
Yogurt celery tarator keeps for about two days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Stir it before serving, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended period.
Freezing yogurt celery tarator is not recommended because yogurt can separate and become grainy after thawing, while the celery loses its crisp texture. It is better to prepare a fresh batch or refrigerate it for short-term storage.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.