Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
🥐
Zucchini Poğaça Calories
A Turkish savory pastry made with zucchini, flour, egg, yogurt and cheese, typically baked.
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Zucchini Poğaça (85 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 233 calories per 100 g. It contains -0.5 g of carbs, -0.5 g of protein, -0.5 g of fat and -0.5 g of fiber. Its 11.9 µg of Selenium covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Zucchini Poğaça Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 85 g
198
KCAL / 85G
Carbs
-0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
-0.5g
· -1% DV
Fat
-0.5g
· -1% DV
Fiber
-0.5g
· -2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 24% · Protein 24% · Fat 52%
Zucchini Poğaça nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (85 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal | |
| Total fat | -0.5 g | -1% |
| Saturated fat | 3.87 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 349 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrate | -0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | -0.5 g | -2% |
| Protein | -0.5 g | -1% |
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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
- Get your daily calorie target
- Snap your meal, log it in seconds
- See every vitamin and mineral
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.
How Many Calories in 1 Medium Zucchini Poğaça?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 85 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28.4 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 45 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 65 g | 151 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 233 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 115 g | 268 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 130 g | 303 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 170 g | 396 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 419 kcal |
Calculated from 233 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Zucchini Poğaça
What is zucchini poğaça?
Zucchini poğaça is a Turkish savory pastry made with zucchini added to a dough that commonly includes flour, egg, yogurt and cheese. It is baked until golden and can be made with either yeasted dough or baking powder.
How do you make zucchini poğaça?
To make zucchini poğaça, grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess liquid, then mix it into a dough with flour, egg, yogurt and cheese. Shape the dough, brush the tops with egg wash, and bake until golden and cooked through.
Do you need to squeeze the zucchini for zucchini poğaça?
Yes, squeeze excess liquid from grated zucchini before adding it to zucchini poğaça dough. Too much moisture can make the dough sticky and leave the pastries dense or underbaked inside; the zucchini need not be completely dry.
Is zucchini poğaça made with yeast?
Zucchini poğaça can be made with yeast or baking powder. Yeasted dough gives it a more bread-like, airy texture, while a baking-powder version is quicker to mix and does not need time to rise.
What cheese works best in zucchini poğaça?
Feta-style cheese, lor, or grated melting cheese can all work in zucchini poğaça. A crumbly cheese gives the filling a salty, tender texture, while a melting cheese makes the pastry richer and more cohesive.
Why is my zucchini poğaça soggy in the middle?
Zucchini poğaça can turn soggy inside when the grated zucchini releases too much water or the pieces are shaped too thickly. Squeeze the zucchini well, make evenly sized pastries, and bake until the centers are fully set.
How is zucchini poğaça different from regular poğaça?
Zucchini poğaça includes grated zucchini in the dough or filling, giving it extra moisture and a mild vegetable flavor. Regular poğaça is a broader family of Turkish savory pastries and may instead be plain or filled with cheese, olives, or other ingredients.
What do you serve with zucchini poğaça?
Zucchini poğaça is often served warm with tea, and it also pairs well with a simple salad or sliced tomatoes and cucumber. Since many versions already contain cheese, a fresh, lighter side balances the pastry.
How should you store zucchini poğaça?
Once cooled, store zucchini poğaça in a sealed container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Its moist vegetable and dairy ingredients make it a poor choice to leave at room temperature for an extended period.
Can you freeze zucchini poğaça?
Yes, zucchini poğaça freezes well after baking and cooling completely. Freeze the pieces separately first, then transfer them to a sealed freezer bag; thaw and warm them in the oven before serving for a better texture.
Zucchini Poğaça Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
Biotin
4.42µg · 15% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
Vitamin A
80.75µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Selenium
12µg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
106mg · 15% DV
Sodium
349mg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.24mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
149mg · 4% DV
Zucchini Poğaça Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Zucchini Poğaça
To burn the 198 calories in 1 piece (medium) (85 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Zucchini Poğaça?
Zucchini Poğaça is a Turkish savoury baked pastry made with grated zucchini folded into a dough of flour, egg and yoghurt, often with cheese. It is a home-style variation on poğaça, the familiar Turkish filled or enriched bun.
The crumb is tender and moist, with a lightly browned exterior; zucchini adds softness rather than a strong vegetable flavour. In Turkey it is commonly served at breakfast or with tea, and it also makes a handy snack. For a simple meal, pair it with tomatoes, cucumber or olives. The flour and cheese make it satisfying, while the zucchini keeps the texture moist; a smaller piece alongside fresh vegetables makes a lighter plate.
How Nutritious Is Zucchini Poğaça?
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
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 Zucchini Poğaça 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 Poğaça Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Zucchini Poğaça 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
Zucchini Poğaça Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.87g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.46g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.02g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40.7:1).
Compare Zucchini Poğaça
Foods Similar to Zucchini Poğaça
Have another question about Zucchini Poğaça?
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Scan calories with your camera
Instant AI nutrition analysis
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.