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Refreshing probiotic yogurt dish
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Yogurt, cucumber, purslane and mint cacık (240 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 55 calories per 100 g. It contains 11 g of carbs, 7.7 g of protein, 6.7 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 43.2 µg of Vitamin K covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
132
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
11g
· 4% DV
Protein
7.7g
· 15% DV
Fat
6.7g
· 9% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 33% · Protein 23% · Fat 44%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.2 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.19 g | |
| Sodium | 108 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 132 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 17 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (medium) | 60 g | 33 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 330 g | 182 kcal |
| 2 cup (extra large) | 480 g | 264 kcal |
Calculated from 55 calories per 100 g.
Yogurt, cucumber, purslane and mint cacık is made by mixing yogurt with chopped cucumber, washed purslane and mint. Add cold water gradually to reach the texture you like, then season with salt and serve chilled.
Yogurt, cucumber, purslane and mint cacık includes purslane, which is not a standard ingredient in Greek tzatziki. Cacık is also often loosened with water to make a spoonable, refreshing accompaniment, while tzatziki is commonly thicker.
Yes, purslane in yogurt, cucumber, purslane and mint cacık is usually eaten raw. Rinse it thoroughly, remove any damaged leaves, drain it well and chop it before folding it into the yogurt.
To keep yogurt, cucumber, purslane and mint cacık from becoming watery, chop rather than grate the cucumber and drain off excess liquid before mixing. Add any water little by little, and stir the cacık just before serving.
Yogurt, cucumber, purslane and mint cacık goes well with grilled meats, rice, pilaf, lentils and roasted vegetables. In Turkish meals it is commonly served cold as a refreshing side dish, rather than as a standalone soup.
Yes, dried mint works in yogurt, cucumber, purslane and mint cacık. Start with a small amount because dried mint can taste more concentrated than fresh; fresh mint gives the dish a brighter aroma and leafy texture.
Yogurt, cucumber, purslane and mint cacık is a variation of Turkish cacık, not a separate kind of yogurt. Classic cacık generally combines yogurt and cucumber, often with mint or garlic, while this version adds purslane and mint.
Yogurt, cucumber, purslane and mint cacık is best eaten the day it is made, but it can be kept covered in the refrigerator for about a day. Cucumber releases liquid as it sits, so stir it before serving.
Yogurt, cucumber, purslane and mint cacık can contain live yogurt cultures if it is made with yogurt that has active cultures. The amount varies by yogurt, and serving the dish cold avoids heating those cultures.
Yes, you can prepare yogurt, cucumber, purslane and mint cacık ahead and refrigerate it in a covered container. For the freshest texture, keep the cucumber and purslane separate and mix them into the yogurt shortly before serving.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
43.2µg · 36% DV
B12
0.84µg · 35% DV
B2
0.36mg · 28% DV
B5
0.89mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
211mg · 30% DV
Calcium
269mg · 27% DV
Iodine
26µg · 17% DV
Selenium
7.68µg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
439mg · 13% DV
Sodium
108mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Yogurt, cucumber, purslane and mint cacık is a cool Turkish yogurt dish, made by thinning yogurt and mixing it with chopped cucumber, tender purslane leaves and mint. It can be spoon-thick or more drinkable, depending on the household and how much water is added.
In Turkey, it is commonly served chilled alongside a meal, especially in warm weather, and goes well with rice, grilled foods or a spread of small dishes. It also makes a refreshing start to an iftar meal. Yogurt gives it some protein, while the vegetables keep the dish light and fresh. For a milder, lighter bowl, add water gradually and let it chill before serving.
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.
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
4.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.87g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.34g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.