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Protein and calcium source; low in carbohydrates
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Baked Zucchini with Lor Cheese (180 g) has 122 calories. That works out to 68 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.1 g of carbs, 11.7 g of protein, 4.9 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 226.8 mg of Phosphorus covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
122
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
6.1g
· 2% DV
Protein
11.7g
· 23% DV
Fat
4.9g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 21% · Protein 41% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 122 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.9 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.79 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 333 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.1 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% |
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) | 180 g | 122 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 110 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 160 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 260 g | 177 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 360 g | 245 kcal |
Calculated from 68 calories per 100 g.
Baked Zucchini with Lor Cheese is made by filling halved or hollowed zucchini with lor, a mild Turkish fresh curd cheese, then baking until tender. Herbs, black pepper, and a little olive oil are common additions; recipes vary by household.
No, lor and ricotta are not exactly the same cheese. Lor is a Turkish fresh curd cheese, often mild and crumbly, while ricotta is typically creamier; ricotta can work as a substitute, but the filling may be wetter.
To keep Baked Zucchini with Lor Cheese from getting watery, scoop out the zucchini centers without breaking the shells, then blot away excess moisture. Drain wet lor before mixing the filling, and pour off liquid from the baking dish if needed.
You can lightly salt the zucchini before making Baked Zucchini with Lor Cheese, especially if it seems very watery. Let it release moisture, then pat it dry; use little or no extra salt if your lor cheese is already salty.
Yes, the skin of Baked Zucchini with Lor Cheese is edible when the zucchini has been washed well. Leaving it on also helps the filled halves hold their shape while baking; trim away any damaged or tough spots.
Yes, you can assemble Baked Zucchini with Lor Cheese ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until you are ready to bake it. For a firmer result, store the filling and hollowed zucchini separately, then fill just before cooking.
Yes, yellow summer squash can replace zucchini in Baked Zucchini with Lor Cheese. Choose firm squash that can hold the filling, and check tenderness as it bakes because different shapes and sizes cook at different rates.
Dill, parsley, and mint all pair well with the mild filling in Baked Zucchini with Lor Cheese. Mix finely chopped herbs into the lor, or scatter them over the dish after baking so their fresh flavor remains noticeable.
Yes, Baked Zucchini with Lor Cheese can be frozen after it has cooled, though the zucchini may soften and release water when thawed. Freeze it in a sealed container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it in the oven.
Serve Baked Zucchini with Lor Cheese with a crisp salad, plain yogurt, or warm bread for a simple meal. Because the filling is mild, a lemony salad or a peppery herb sauce adds a useful contrast.
Vitamins
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
B12
0.5µg · 21% DV
Vitamin C
18.9mg · 21% DV
B6
0.23mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
227mg · 32% DV
Calcium
212mg · 21% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Sodium
333mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
403mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Baked zucchini with lor cheese is a simple baked dish of zucchini filled with lor, a mild, slightly crumbly Turkish fresh whey cheese. The zucchini softens in the oven while the filling stays tender; herbs and seasoning can vary from one home recipe to another.
In Turkey it is served warm or at room temperature as a light meal, a side, or part of a meze spread. For an easy meal anywhere, pair it with a crisp salad or plain yogurt. Its low-carbohydrate profile and protein and calcium make it a satisfying choice when you want something lighter than a grain-based bake; use oil sparingly if you prefer a particularly light serving.
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 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.
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
2.79g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.29g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.