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Traditional Turkish soup with bulgur and yogurt, source of protein and fiber
In season: Winter · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 bottle (medium) of Yuvasaf (250 g) has 213 calories. That works out to 85 calories per 100 g. It contains 33 g of carbs, 7.8 g of protein, 5.5 g of fat and 5 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 250 g
213
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
33g
· 12% DV
Protein
7.8g
· 16% DV
Fat
5.5g
· 7% DV
Fiber
5g
· 18% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 15% · Fat 23%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 213 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.5 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.75 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 525 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 5 g | 18% |
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% |
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 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 213 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 330 g | 281 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 298 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 500 g | 425 kcal |
Calculated from 85 calories per 100 g.
Yuvasaf is a processed, ready-prepared version of a traditional Turkish soup made with bulgur and yogurt. The bulgur gives it substance, while yogurt provides its characteristic tangy flavor.
Yuvasaf’s defining ingredients are bulgur and yogurt. They create the soup’s grainy, creamy character; extra seasonings or ingredients can vary by recipe or product.
Yuvasaf is usually served warm or hot as a soup. Heat it gently rather than bringing it to a vigorous boil, since high heat can cause yogurt-based soups to separate.
Warm Yuvasaf slowly over low heat and stir it regularly; avoid letting it boil. Yogurt can separate when exposed to sudden, intense heat, so gentle warming helps preserve a smooth texture.
Bulgur is a defining feature of Yuvasaf, giving it more texture than a smooth yogurt soup. Other Turkish yogurt soups may use different grains, herbs, or preparation methods.
Yes, you can make a homemade Yuvasaf-style soup by cooking bulgur until tender and tempering yogurt with a little warm cooking liquid before adding it. This gradual mixing helps keep the yogurt smooth.
Serve Yuvasaf with bread, a fresh salad, or pickled vegetables. These make a simple meal alongside the soup, and crisp or tangy sides complement its creamy yogurt base.
You can freeze Yuvasaf, but its yogurt-based texture may become grainy or separate after thawing. If you try it, thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it gently while stirring.
Keep opened Yuvasaf covered in the refrigerator and follow the storage instructions on its package. The safe storage period can differ between products, so use the product’s stated guidance rather than assuming a fixed shelf life.
Yuvasaf contains bulgur, so it contributes carbohydrates to a meal. People with diabetes can account for it in their meal plan, but an appropriate portion depends on their individual glucose targets and treatment.
Vitamins
Biotin
6.25µg · 21% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
B12
0.4µg · 17% DV
B5
0.75mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Sodium
525mg · 23% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
120mg · 17% DV
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
275mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 213 calories in 1 bottle (medium) (250 g):
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Yuvasaf is a traditional Turkish soup made with bulgur and yoghurt. The bulgur is simmered until tender, while yoghurt gives the broth a creamy body and a gentle tang; home recipes can vary in seasoning and thickness. It is the kind of simple, sustaining dish often cooked for a family meal rather than treated as a special-occasion food.
Serve it warm as a first course or a light main, with dried mint or a little chilli if you like. Its bulgur supplies carbohydrates and fibre, and the yoghurt contributes protein; it has 2 g of fibre per 100 g. A crisp salad alongside makes a fresh contrast, while skipping extra bread keeps the meal lighter.
Medium
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
2.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.