Romanian Beetroot Soup (Ciorba de Sfecla) calories & nutrition


Romanian Beetroot Soup (Ciorba de Sfecla) contains 173 calories per serving (9% of a 2,000 kcal daily diet), with 6g fat, 28g carbs, and 4g protein. This nutrition data is based on real meals tracked by Arise app users.

Based on real meals tracked with Arise — the AI calorie counter
Per serving
173 kcal
Fat 5.9 g · Carb 28.2 g · Protein 3.9 g
Per 100 g
36 kcal
Fat 1.2 g · Carb 5.8 g · Protein 0.8 g
Total dish
173 kcal
Weight 485 g


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What's in Romanian Beetroot Soup (Ciorba de Sfecla)?


Ingredient Amount kcal Fat Carb Protein
Beetroot 100 g 43 0.2 10 1.6
Potatoes 60 g 46 0.1 10.5 1.2
Carrots 30 g 12 0.1 2.8 0.3
Onion 20 g 8 0 1.9 0.2
Vegetable Broth 250 ml 15 0.5 2 0.6
Sunflower Oil 5 ml 45 5 0 0
Lemon Juice or Bors 20 ml 4 0 1 0


Macronutrients (Fat, Carbs, Protein) are shown in grams (g).



Ingredient links

Beetroot · Potatoes · Carrots · Onion · Vegetable Broth · Sunflower Oil · Lemon Juice or Bors



How does Romanian Beetroot Soup (Ciorba de Sfecla) compare to similar dishes?


Dish Weight kcal Protein vs. this dish
Ciorba de burta (Romanian Tripe Soup) 448g 319 24g +146 kcal, more protein
Romanian Bean Soup (Ciorba de fasole) 562g 602 28g +429 kcal, more protein
Romanian Beef Soup with Semolina Dumplings (Ciorba de vacuta cu galuste) 425g 397 25g +224 kcal, more protein
Romanian Chicken Soup (Ciorba de pui) 400g 202 23g +29 kcal, more protein


Frequently Asked Questions


Is Romanian Beetroot Soup (Ciorba de Sfecla) healthy?

Yes. With 4g of protein and only 28g of carbs, Romanian Beetroot Soup (Ciorba de Sfecla) is a nutritious meal. At 36 kcal/100 g, it has low energy density — filling without excessive calories.

Is Romanian Beetroot Soup (Ciorba de Sfecla) good for weight loss?

At 173 calories per serving, Romanian Beetroot Soup (Ciorba de Sfecla) is calorie-dense. It can fit a weight loss diet if portions are adjusted or paired with lighter options throughout the day.

How much protein is in Romanian Beetroot Soup (Ciorba de Sfecla)?

One serving contains 4g of protein, which is about 4% of the recommended daily protein intake.

What app can track calories in this meal?

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What are the nutrition facts for Romanian Beetroot Soup (Ciorba de Sfecla)?

  • Macro split: fat 31%, carbs 65%, protein 4%
  • Energy density: 36 kcal/100 g (low)
  • Top calorie contributors: Potatoes, Sunflower Oil, Beetroot


How long does it take to burn off Romanian Beetroot Soup (Ciorba de Sfecla)?

  • Jogging: ~20 min
  • Cycling: ~23 min
  • Walking: ~42 min

* Assumes a 70 kg person, moderate pace.



How much of your daily intake is Romanian Beetroot Soup (Ciorba de Sfecla)?

  • kcal: 9% of daily intake
  • Fat: 8% of daily intake
  • Carb: 14% of daily intake
  • Protein: 4% of daily intake

* Reference intake: 2000 kcal, fat 70 g, carbs 200 g, protein 100 g.

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