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Snack cheese balls, source of protein and calcium
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
5 piece (medium) of Bahcivan Cheese Balls (50 g) has 160 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.8 g of carbs, 9 g of protein, 13 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 325 mg of Calcium covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 50 g
160
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
1.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% DV
Fat
13g
· 17% 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 4% · Protein 22% · Fat 74%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 160 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 8 g | 40% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 450 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (medium) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 32 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 10 piece (large) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 2 serving (large) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 150 g | 480 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Yes, Bahcivan Cheese Balls are a ready-to-eat cheese snack and do not need cooking. Serve them straight from the pack as a quick snack, or add them to a cold platter.
Bahcivan Cheese Balls are bite-size cheese snack portions. The exact cheese base and any other ingredients are specific to the product’s formulation, so use the ingredient list on the pack rather than assuming they are mozzarella or another particular cheese.
Serve Bahcivan Cheese Balls chilled on a snack plate with crackers, fresh vegetables, or fruit. Their small, individual shape makes them easy to portion without slicing or crumbling cheese at the table.
Keep opened Bahcivan Cheese Balls refrigerated in a clean, sealed container. Follow any storage instructions printed on the pack, and avoid leaving the cheese out at room temperature for an extended time.
Yes, Bahcivan Cheese Balls work in green salads and pasta salads as small cheese bites. Add them whole just before serving so they stay distinct instead of getting crushed while you toss the salad.
Freezing Bahcivan Cheese Balls is not recommended because thawing can change their texture. For the best texture, keep them refrigerated and follow the package’s use-by and storage directions.
Bahcivan Cheese Balls can soften or lose their shape when heated, so they may not behave like a block of cheese in a recipe. If adding them to a hot dish, stir them in near the end.
Yes, Bahcivan Cheese Balls can be served on a cheese or snack board with crackers, olives, fruit, and vegetables. Their bite-size form adds an easy-to-serve cheese option alongside sliced or spreadable cheeses.
Yes, Bahcivan Cheese Balls can be packed as a lunchbox snack, provided they are kept chilled. Pair them with fruit, vegetables, or bread for a more substantial lunch rather than relying on the cheese alone.
No, Bahcivan Cheese Balls are small cheese snack portions, not necessarily the breaded, battered, and deep-fried appetizer often called fried cheese balls. They can be eaten as sold without coating or frying.
Vitamins
B12
0.65µg · 27% DV
Vitamin A
130µg · 14% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
B5
0.25mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Calcium
325mg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
210mg · 30% DV
Sodium
450mg · 20% DV
Zinc
1.25mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
55mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 160 calories in 5 piece (medium) (50 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.
Bahcivan Cheese Balls are small, round portions of cheese sold as a ready-to-eat snack. Their soft texture and mild, milky flavour make them easy to add to a meal or enjoy on their own. In Turkey, they can appear at breakfast alongside olives and fresh vegetables, or on a meze plate; elsewhere, serve them with crackers, salad or sliced vegetables.
They provide protein and calcium, while also being relatively rich in fat; 100 g contains 18 g of protein. Pair a few with crunchy vegetables for a lighter snack, or add them to a lunchbox when you want a convenient, savoury option.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
8g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.