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Yozgat Yogurt Ball Calories
Traditional Yozgat snack made from strained yogurt, salt, and sometimes spices, shaped into balls and dried.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 piece (medium) of Yozgat Yogurt Ball (40 g) has 72 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.2 g of carbs, 4.8 g of protein, 4.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Yozgat Yogurt Ball Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 40 g
72
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
3.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
4.8g
· 10% DV
Fat
4.4g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 18% · Protein 27% · Fat 55%
Yozgat Yogurt Ball nutrition facts table · 2 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 72 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.4 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.88 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 280 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% |
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 2 Pieces of Yozgat Yogurt Ball?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 40 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 15 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 30 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 90 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 60 g | 108 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 5 piece (jumbo) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Yozgat Yogurt Ball
What is a Yozgat yogurt ball?
A Yozgat yogurt ball is a traditional Turkish snack made by shaping strained yogurt, usually with salt and sometimes spices, into balls and drying them. Drying gives it a firmer texture and a more concentrated, tangy yogurt flavor than fresh yogurt.
What does a Yozgat yogurt ball taste like?
A Yozgat yogurt ball tastes tangy and savory, with a concentrated yogurt flavor; salt and any added spices make the taste vary between recipes. Its texture is usually firm and dry, rather than soft and spoonable like fresh yogurt.
How do you eat a Yozgat yogurt ball?
You can eat a Yozgat yogurt ball as a snack, crumble it over food, or soften it in water before serving. Because it is compact and may be salty, try a small amount first when adding it to a dish.
How is a Yozgat yogurt ball made?
To make a Yozgat yogurt ball, mix strained yogurt with salt and optional spices, shape it into balls, then dry them thoroughly in clean, airy conditions. Complete drying matters: moisture left inside can make homemade balls spoil more quickly.
Is a Yozgat yogurt ball the same as kurut?
A Yozgat yogurt ball is similar to kurut, a broader family of dried-yogurt foods, but the names and recipes are not used identically everywhere. Yozgat yogurt balls are shaped as balls, while other regional kurut products may differ in shape or preparation.
How should you store Yozgat yogurt balls?
Keep Yozgat yogurt balls in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from moisture. Refrigerate homemade ones if you are unsure they have dried completely, and discard them if they develop mold, a sticky surface, or an unusual smell.
How long do Yozgat yogurt balls last?
How long Yozgat yogurt balls last depends on how thoroughly they were dried and how they were packaged. Follow the date on a packaged product; keep homemade balls refrigerated and use them promptly, since residual moisture can shorten their keeping time.
Can you rehydrate a Yozgat yogurt ball?
Yes, you can soften a Yozgat yogurt ball by soaking it briefly in clean water. Check its texture as it softens, since soaking time varies with how dry it is; leaving it submerged too long can wash out some of its savory flavor.
Can you use Yozgat yogurt balls in soup?
Yes, you can crumble a Yozgat yogurt ball into soup to add a tangy, concentrated yogurt flavor. Add it gradually and taste before adding more salt, because the ball itself may already season the broth.
Does a Yozgat yogurt ball contain live probiotic cultures?
You cannot assume a Yozgat yogurt ball contains live probiotic cultures. Drying and storage can affect the bacteria present in yogurt, and a traditional homemade product is not necessarily tested or labeled for live cultures.
Yozgat Yogurt Ball Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
B5
0.2mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Calcium
140mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
88mg · 13% DV
Sodium
280mg · 12% DV
Iodine
8µg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
72mg · 2% DV
Yozgat Yogurt Ball Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Yozgat Yogurt Ball
To burn the 72 calories in 2 piece (medium) (40 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.
What is Yozgat Yogurt Ball?
Yozgat Yogurt Ball is a traditional specialty from Yozgat, made by salting strained yogurt, shaping it into balls and drying it; some versions include spices. Drying concentrates its tangy dairy flavour and gives it a firm texture, so it keeps longer than fresh yogurt.
It can be eaten as a snack on its own or with bread, and softened in water before being added to soups or other dishes. Straining and drying make it a filling, protein-rich choice: it provides 12 g of protein per 100 g. If you prefer a milder taste, briefly soak it before eating.
How Nutritious Is Yozgat Yogurt Ball?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Yozgat Yogurt Ball Processed?
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.
Does Yozgat Yogurt Ball Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Yozgat Yogurt Ball 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
Yozgat Yogurt Ball Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.