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Yogurt-based, fresh vegetables, refreshing, low calorie
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Vegetable salad with yogurt (120 g) has 78 calories. That works out to 65 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.4 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 252 µg of Vitamin A covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Vegetable salad with yogurt is a simple, home-style dish made by folding chopped vegetables into thick yogurt. Cucumber, carrot and red pepper are common choices, though the mix can change with the season or whatever is on hand. Fresh herbs such as dill or mint make a natural finishing touch. It is a familiar preparation in Turkish cooking, where yogurt often accompanies vegetables and savoury meals.
The cool, tangy dressing contrasts with the crisp vegetables, so it works well as a side or as part of a meze spread; serve it chilled, especially in warm weather. It brings together fresh vegetables and yogurt in a light dish, with 65 calories per 100 g. For a lighter version, choose plain yogurt and skip added oil. It also pairs easily with grilled vegetables, grains or a simple main course.
Selected: 100 g
65
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
7.8g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.7g
· 5% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 17% · Fat 35%
Vitamins
Vitamin A
210µg · 23% DV
Vitamin K
22µg · 18% DV
Vitamin C
13mg · 14% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Calcium
78mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
54mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
260mg · 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.
To burn the 65 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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.
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
1.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.13g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Vegetable salad with yogurt is made by tossing chopped vegetables with yogurt. Dice cucumber, carrot and red pepper, then stir them into thick plain yogurt; add fresh herbs such as dill or mint just before serving for a brighter flavor.
Cucumber, carrot and red pepper work especially well in vegetable salad with yogurt because they add crunch, color and freshness. You can also use radishes or spring onions, but avoid adding too many watery vegetables or the dressing may become thin.
To keep vegetable salad with yogurt from getting watery, pat washed vegetables dry and drain excess liquid from chopped cucumber. Use thick yogurt and combine it with the vegetables shortly before serving, rather than letting the mixture sit for hours.
Yes, you can prep vegetable salad with yogurt ahead, but keep the chopped vegetables and yogurt separate until close to serving. This helps the vegetables stay crisp and prevents the dressing from thinning while the salad sits in the refrigerator.
Greek yogurt works well in vegetable salad with yogurt because its thick texture clings to the vegetables. Plain regular yogurt is also suitable, but strain it first if it is runny; flavored or sweetened yogurt will give the salad an unsuitable taste.
Vegetable salad with yogurt is best eaten within about two days when stored covered in the refrigerator. The vegetables soften and release liquid over time, so stir it before serving and discard it if it has been left out for an extended period.
Vegetable salad with yogurt pairs well with grilled chicken, fish, kebabs or roasted vegetables. Its cool, creamy texture also balances spicy foods, and it can be served as a side at a barbecue or alongside flatbread and a grain-based main dish.
Yes, cooled cooked vegetables can be used in vegetable salad with yogurt, though they make it softer than the usual crisp, fresh version. Drain them thoroughly and let them cool completely before mixing with yogurt to prevent a watery dressing.
Yes, chickpeas make vegetable salad with yogurt more substantial and add a soft, nutty contrast to the crunchy vegetables. Use drained, rinsed chickpeas and fold them in gently; add them shortly before serving so the salad keeps its texture.
Yes, vegetable salad with yogurt can be a nutritious side dish, providing vegetables alongside yogurt. Choose plain yogurt and keep added salt modest; it works well as part of a meal with a protein source rather than as the only component of lunch or dinner.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.