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Source of protein and calcium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Bahçıvan Ball Cheese (30 g) has 90 calories. That works out to 300 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 6.6 g of protein, 6.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 195 mg of Calcium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
90
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.6g
· 13% DV
Fat
6.9g
· 9% 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 3% · Protein 29% · Fat 68%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 90 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.9 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.35 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.21 g | |
| Sodium | 216 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 150 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 180 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 270 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 100 g | 300 kcal |
Calculated from 300 calories per 100 g.
Bahçıvan Ball Cheese can be eaten straight from the pack; drain off excess liquid before serving if it comes in brine. Add the balls to salads, sandwiches, or a cold appetizer plate, or serve them on their own.
No, a ball shape alone does not make Bahçıvan Ball Cheese mozzarella. The small format makes it useful in similar dishes, but the cheese style and texture may differ; use the product description on the package to identify it.
Keep opened Bahçıvan Ball Cheese refrigerated in a sealed container. If the pack contains brine, store the cheese in that liquid, use a clean utensil, and follow the package directions for how soon to finish it.
Yes, Bahçıvan Ball Cheese can stand in for mozzarella in a Caprese-style salad. Drain the balls first, then pair them with tomato and basil; expect a different flavor and texture from traditional fresh mozzarella.
Bahçıvan Ball Cheese softens when heated, but it may not melt into the stretchy texture people expect from mozzarella. Drain it before adding it to pizza or pasta, and add it near the end to limit excess moisture.
You can freeze Bahçıvan Ball Cheese, but thawing may leave it more crumbly or watery than before. It is best eaten fresh; if you freeze it, use the thawed cheese in a cooked dish rather than serving it as is.
Yes, drain Bahçıvan Ball Cheese if it is packed in liquid and you want to serve it on a plate or add it to a salad. Rinsing is not usually necessary, though a brief rinse can reduce a salty taste.
Yes, Bahçıvan Ball Cheese can go in a packed lunch, but it needs to stay cold. Pack it in an insulated lunch bag with an ice pack, especially if it will be away from a refrigerator for several hours.
Bahçıvan Ball Cheese works well in green salads, stuffed sandwiches, and cold pasta salads. For a warm dish, stir it into pasta or scatter it over vegetables near the end of cooking so the balls soften without releasing too much liquid.
Yes, Bahçıvan Ball Cheese makes an easy appetizer served with olives, tomatoes, crackers, or sliced bread. Drain the balls first and offer them whole or on skewers; keep the platter chilled until serving.
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
57µg · 6% DV
B5
0.13mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
195mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
132mg · 19% DV
Sodium
216mg · 9% DV
Zinc
0.93mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 90 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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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.
Bahçıvan Ball Cheese is a Turkish packaged cheese presented in small, round portions. Its mild, milky flavour and easy-to-bite texture make it handy for a quick snack, a breakfast plate or a lunchbox; you can also add it to salads or serve it on a mezze-style spread. It provides protein and calcium, while its fat content is also substantial, as you would expect from cheese. One medium piece is about 30 g. Pair it with fresh vegetables, olives or fruit for a simple, balanced plate.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.35g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.22g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.