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Zucchini pickle stew Calories
Low-calorie vegetable stew with high sodium and some fiber
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Zucchini pickle stew (180 g) has 76 calories. That works out to 42 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.4 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 3.2 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 11.7 mg of Vitamin C covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Zucchini pickle stew Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
76
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
10.4g
· 4% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
3.2g
· 4% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 12% · Fat 36%
Zucchini pickle stew nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 76 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.2 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1116 mg | 49% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.4 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
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 Serving of Zucchini pickle stew?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 18 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 38 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 67 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 180 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 260 g | 109 kcal |
Calculated from 42 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Zucchini pickle stew
How do you make zucchini pickle stew?
Zucchini pickle stew is made by cooking chopped pickled zucchini with sautéed onion and, in many home versions, tomato or tomato paste. Rinse the pickles first if they taste very salty, then simmer with little or no added salt.
What is zucchini pickle stew made of?
Zucchini pickle stew centers on fermented, pickled zucchini, usually cooked with onion and often tomato or tomato paste. Garlic, peppers, oil, and seasonings vary by recipe, so there is no single fixed ingredient list.
Is zucchini pickle stew made with pickled zucchini or fresh zucchini?
Zucchini pickle stew is made with pickled zucchini, not fresh zucchini. The pickling gives the dish its characteristic tang and saltiness; fresh zucchini can make a similar stew, but it will not have the same flavor.
What does zucchini pickle stew taste like?
Zucchini pickle stew tastes tangy and savory, with a noticeable salty note from the pickled zucchini. Onion and tomato can soften the sharpness, while rinsing the zucchini before cooking reduces excess salt.
What do you serve with zucchini pickle stew?
Zucchini pickle stew goes well with rice, bulgur, or crusty bread. A plain yogurt side or a fresh salad can balance the dish’s sour, salty flavor; avoid heavily salted accompaniments.
Where does zucchini pickle stew come from?
Zucchini pickle stew is associated with home-style cooking that uses pickled vegetables in cooked dishes, including Turkish cooking. It does not have one universally established regional origin or a single standardized recipe.
Can you make zucchini pickle stew less salty?
Yes. Rinse the pickled zucchini or soak it briefly and drain it before cooking, then taste the stew before adding salt. Tomato and onion can round out the flavor, but they do not remove salt already in the dish.
Can you make zucchini pickle stew with fresh zucchini?
You can make a fresh-zucchini version, but it will not be zucchini pickle stew in the usual sense because it lacks the pickles’ fermented tang. Add a little vinegar or lemon for acidity, tasting as you go.
How should you store leftover zucchini pickle stew?
Refrigerate leftover zucchini pickle stew in a covered container once it has cooled. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat until it is steaming hot, and do not keep leftovers that have sat out for an extended time.
Does zucchini pickle stew need tomato paste?
No, zucchini pickle stew does not require tomato paste. It is a common addition for color and savory depth, but you can use fresh tomato instead or leave both out to let the pickled zucchini’s flavor stand out.
Zucchini pickle stew Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
11.7mg · 13% DV
B6
0.16mg · 9% DV
Folate
32.4µg · 8% DV
Vitamin K
9.18µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
1116mg · 49% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
378mg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.25mg · 11% DV
Zucchini pickle stew Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Zucchini pickle stew
To burn the 76 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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What is Zucchini pickle stew?
Zucchini pickle stew is a tangy Turkish home-style dish made by cooking pickled zucchini, often with onion and sometimes tomato. Recipes vary from household to household, but the pickles give the stew its distinctive sour, salty flavour and make it a way to use preserved summer vegetables in a cooked meal.
It is usually served warm, as a light main or side with bread or rice; a small portion can also sit alongside other dishes. The zucchini contributes some fibre, while the pickling means the dish can be high in sodium. If you prefer a gentler saltiness, rinse the pickles before cooking and keep the added oil modest.
How Nutritious Is Zucchini pickle stew?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Zucchini pickle stew Processed?
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.
Does Zucchini pickle stew Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Zucchini pickle stew 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
Zucchini pickle stew Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.67g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.4:1).
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