Meringues and nougat
Meringues and nougat is a delightful confectionery treat that combines the light, airy crispness of meringue with the chewy, nutty texture of nougat. It typically features egg whites, sugar, and nuts (like almonds or pistachios), and is often associated with European and Middle Eastern dessert traditions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is very high in carbohydrates, primarily from sugar, and contains moderate fat from nuts, with minimal protein. A typical serving provides a quick energy boost and offers small amounts of minerals like iron and magnesium from the nuts.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 210 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 30 mg |
| Iron | 0.8 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 40 mg |
| Potassium | 80 mg |
| Vitamin E | 1.2 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Copper | 0.1 mg |
| Zinc | 0.5 mg |
Per 2 pieces (50 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, nougat has ancient roots, with variations found in Persia and the Mediterranean, while meringue is a classic French technique. Nutritionally, it's a dense energy source, but the nuts add beneficial fats and a bit of fiber to balance the high sugar content.
