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Ayvalık tulum cheese Calories
Aged, salty, firm traditional tulum cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (small) of Ayvalık tulum cheese (30 g) has 108 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 7.2 g of protein, 8.7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 210 mg of Calcium covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Ayvalık tulum cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (small) · 30 g
108
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
7.2g
· 14% DV
Fat
8.7g
· 11% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 2% · Protein 26% · Fat 72%
Ayvalık tulum cheese nutrition facts table · 1 serving (small) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 108 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.7 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 5.4 g | 27% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% |
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 Small Serving of Ayvalık tulum cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 180 kcal |
| 2 slice (double) | 60 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 cup (grated) | 80 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ayvalık tulum cheese
What does Ayvalık tulum cheese taste like?
Ayvalık tulum cheese is typically firm, salty, and pronounced in flavor. Its exact sharpness and texture vary with the producer and aging, so one version may taste milder or crumble more readily than another.
How is Ayvalık tulum cheese made?
Ayvalık tulum cheese is made by curdling milk, draining the curds, salting them, and letting the cheese mature. Producers can differ in the milk and aging method, so the name does not guarantee one fixed recipe.
How do you eat Ayvalık tulum cheese?
Serve Ayvalık tulum cheese sliced or crumbled. It works on a breakfast board with bread and olives, and can also be scattered over salads or used as a savory filling; its saltiness pairs well with fresh vegetables.
How should you store Ayvalık tulum cheese after opening?
Keep Ayvalık tulum cheese refrigerated in an airtight container after opening. Cover the cut surface to limit drying and prevent it from absorbing other food odors, and return the portion you are not serving to the refrigerator promptly.
Can you cook with Ayvalık tulum cheese?
Yes, Ayvalık tulum cheese can be used in hot dishes, but it may soften or crumble rather than melt into stretchy strands. Crumble it into pastries or over a dish, and test a small amount first if you need a smooth melt.
What is the difference between Ayvalık tulum cheese and feta?
Ayvalık tulum cheese is generally firmer and more aged than the brined, often crumbly cheese commonly called feta. They can both add a salty tang, but feta is usually a closer substitute when a recipe needs a moist, brined cheese.
Can you freeze Ayvalık tulum cheese?
Yes, you can freeze Ayvalık tulum cheese, though thawing may make it drier or more crumbly. Freeze it in small portions and use the thawed cheese in cooked dishes or salads rather than relying on its original texture for a cheese board.
What can you use instead of Ayvalık tulum cheese?
Another firm, aged tulum cheese is the closest substitute for Ayvalık tulum cheese. If you cannot find one, try an aged white cheese, but taste before adding extra salt because the replacement may already be quite salty.
Can you eat the rind of Ayvalık tulum cheese?
Ayvalık tulum cheese does not always have the same kind of edible rind; its exterior depends on how that particular cheese was made and packaged. If it has a separate wrapper or casing, remove it, and eat only the cheese itself.
Is Ayvalık tulum cheese suitable for people with lactose intolerance?
Aged Ayvalık tulum cheese may contain less lactose than fresh cheese, but the amount varies and it is not necessarily lactose-free. People with lactose intolerance may tolerate a small portion differently; anyone with a milk allergy should avoid it.
Ayvalık tulum cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
78µg · 9% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Biotin
0.9µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
210mg · 21% DV
Phosphorus
144mg · 21% DV
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Zinc
0.96mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
Ayvalık tulum cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Ayvalık tulum cheese
To burn the 108 calories in 1 serving (small) (30 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 Ayvalık tulum cheese?
Ayvalık tulum cheese is a traditional aged cheese associated with Ayvalık, in Turkey’s Aegean region. It is matured in a tulum, or cheese skin, and develops a firm texture, a pronounced salty flavour and a concentrated aroma.
In Turkey, it is commonly served at breakfast with olives, tomatoes and bread, or included on a meze platter. Outside the region, try it crumbled over salad or alongside fresh vegetables and fruit; its assertive flavour means a little goes a long way. It is protein-rich, with 24 g per 100 g, and also high in fat. Pair a modest portion with crisp, fresh produce for a lighter plate.
How Nutritious Is Ayvalık tulum cheese?
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 Ayvalık tulum cheese 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 Ayvalık tulum cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Ayvalık tulum cheese Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Ayvalık tulum cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.