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Zerde rice dessert Calories
Traditional Turkish rice dessert colored and flavored with saffron and sweetened with sugar.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Zerde rice dessert (200 g) has 220 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 50 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Zerde rice dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
220
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
50g
· 18% DV
Protein
3g
· 6% DV
Fat
1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 90% · Protein 5% · Fat 5%
Zerde rice dessert nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 220 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.24 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 50 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 3 g | 6% |
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 1 Cup of Zerde rice dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 20 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 275 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 275 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Zerde rice dessert
What is Zerde rice dessert?
Zerde rice dessert is a traditional Turkish sweet made by cooking rice with sugar and saffron. It is usually served chilled, often garnished with ingredients such as currants, pine nuts, or pistachios.
How do you make Zerde rice dessert?
Zerde rice dessert is made by simmering rice in water until tender, then adding sugar and saffron. Soaking the saffron in a little hot water first helps release its color and aroma before it is stirred into the rice.
What ingredients are in Zerde rice dessert?
The basic ingredients in Zerde rice dessert are rice, water, sugar, and saffron. Some recipes add currants, pine nuts, cinnamon, cloves, or rose water, so the exact flavor and garnish can vary between households and regions.
Why is Zerde rice dessert yellow?
Saffron gives Zerde rice dessert its traditional golden-yellow color as well as its distinctive aroma. Some cooks use turmeric, sometimes alongside saffron, to deepen the color, though turmeric does not taste quite like saffron.
What is the difference between Zerde rice dessert and rice pudding?
Zerde rice dessert is typically cooked with water and flavored with saffron, while rice pudding is made with milk and has a creamy texture. Zerde is golden and aromatic; rice pudding is usually pale and milky.
Where does Zerde rice dessert come from?
Zerde rice dessert is associated with Ottoman cuisine and is still made in Turkey. It is especially well known in Gaziantep and surrounding areas, although the dish is prepared in different parts of the country with local variations.
Can you make Zerde rice dessert without saffron?
Yes, turmeric can give Zerde rice dessert a yellow color if you do not have saffron. Use it sparingly, since it provides color but not saffron’s floral aroma; a little rose water can add a different fragrant note.
Is Zerde rice dessert served hot or cold?
Zerde rice dessert is generally served cold. Let it cool after cooking, portion it into bowls, and chill it so the texture can set; currants, nuts, or cinnamon are common toppings.
How long does Zerde rice dessert last in the fridge?
Zerde rice dessert keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Serve it with a clean spoon and avoid leaving it out for a long time; discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Can people with diabetes eat Zerde rice dessert?
Zerde rice dessert contains added sugar and may raise blood glucose, so portion size matters for people with diabetes. Ask your doctor or dietitian how it fits your individual glucose targets and treatment plan.
Zerde rice dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
B3
0.7mg · 4% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
B5
0.16mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.24mg · 10% DV
Selenium
4µg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
50mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
50mg · 1% DV
Sodium
8mg · 0% DV
Zerde rice dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Zerde rice dessert
To burn the 220 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Walking (5 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 Zerde rice dessert?
Zerde rice dessert is a traditional Turkish sweet made by simmering rice in water, then colouring and delicately flavouring it with saffron and sweetening it with sugar. Despite “rice” in its name, it is served as a spoonable dessert rather than a savoury pilaf. Some versions are finished with garnishes such as currants or pine nuts.
It has a gentle saffron aroma and a soft, pudding-like texture, and is usually served chilled or at room temperature. In Turkey it often appears at celebrations and family gatherings, after a meal; a cup of tea makes a pleasant accompaniment. It is mostly a source of carbohydrate, with little protein or fat. Serve it in small bowls if you want a lighter sweet, or pair it with fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Zerde rice dessert?
Nutrient density
Low
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
Low
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 Zerde rice dessert 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 Zerde rice dessert Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Zerde rice dessert Good For?
Vegan
✓ 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
Zerde rice dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).
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