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Creamy, mildly salty, spreadable cheese
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Bahcivan Labneh Cheese (30 g) has 71 calories. That works out to 235 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.2 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.2 µg of B12 covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
71
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
6g
· 8% 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 7% · Protein 14% · Fat 79%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 71 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.9 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 120 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (extra small) | 5 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 35 g | 82 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 118 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 200 g | 470 kcal |
Calculated from 235 calories per 100 g.
Bahcivan Labneh Cheese is a creamy, mildly salty, spreadable dairy cheese. Labneh is traditionally made by straining cultured dairy to create a thick texture, and it can be served as a spread, dip, or ingredient in both savoury and sweet dishes.
Eat Bahcivan Labneh Cheese spread on bread or crackers, or serve it as a dip with vegetables. It also works with herbs, olive oil, and spices, and can be stirred into recipes that benefit from a creamy, tangy dairy texture.
No, Bahcivan Labneh Cheese and cream cheese are different products. Labneh is typically strained cultured dairy, while cream cheese is made using a different process and is often denser. They can sometimes replace one another, but the taste and texture may change.
Yes, Bahcivan Labneh Cheese can be used in cheesecake. Its smooth, tangy character suits creamy fillings, though a recipe designed for cream cheese may turn out softer or taste more tart. Blend the filling thoroughly for an even texture.
Keep Bahcivan Labneh Cheese refrigerated after opening and close the container tightly. Use a clean utensil each time, and follow the package’s guidance on how soon to finish it, since the recommended period can vary by product and packaging.
Yes, Bahcivan Labneh Cheese can be frozen, but thawing may make it watery or grainy. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir it well; the changed texture is usually less noticeable in cooked sauces, soups, or baked dishes than when spread on bread.
Plain strained yogurt or cream cheese can stand in for Bahcivan Labneh Cheese, depending on the recipe. Strained yogurt is tangier and may be looser, while cream cheese is richer and denser; adjust the consistency with a little liquid if needed.
Yes, Bahcivan Labneh Cheese makes an easy dip. Stir in chopped herbs, garlic, lemon, or spices, then serve it with raw vegetables, flatbread, or crackers. For a thicker dip, avoid adding watery ingredients without draining them first.
Yes, Bahcivan Labneh Cheese can make a creamy pasta sauce. Loosen it with a splash of warm pasta water and stir it through off the heat; boiling it hard can cause the dairy to separate or become grainy.
Yes, Bahcivan Labneh Cheese works well as a sandwich spread. Its creamy texture helps hold herbs and seasonings together, and it pairs with vegetables or grilled ingredients; spread it on the bread rather than adding a thick, wet layer that could make it soggy.
Vitamins
B12
0.21µg · 9% DV
Vitamin A
54µg · 6% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
120mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
27mg · 4% DV
Calcium
36mg · 4% DV
Iodine
5.4µg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 71 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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Bahcivan labneh cheese is a soft, spreadable dairy product inspired by labneh, the strained-yogurt cheese widely eaten across the Levant. Its creamy texture and gently salty flavour work well on toast, in sandwiches, or as the base for a dip with herbs, olive oil or spices. It can also bring a mild tang to savoury fillings and some desserts.
It is fairly rich in fat, with 20 g per 100 g, and provides a more modest amount of protein. For a lighter serving, use a thin spread and pair it with fresh vegetables or whole-grain bread. It also makes an easy addition to a mezze spread alongside olives and other small dishes.
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.
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.
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
3.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 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.