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Contains protein and calcium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (thick) of Bread with pepper and curd cheese (70 g) has 167 calories. That works out to 238 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.9 g of carbs, 7.3 g of protein, 6.1 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 11.2 µg of Selenium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (thick) · 70 g
167
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
20.9g
· 8% DV
Protein
7.3g
· 15% DV
Fat
6.1g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 17% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 167 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.1 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.17 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 323 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% |
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 slice (thick) | 70 g | 167 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 50 g | 119 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 238 kcal |
| 2 slice (double) | 100 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 357 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 428 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 240 g | 571 kcal |
Calculated from 238 calories per 100 g.
To make bread with pepper and curd cheese, mix crumbled curd cheese with finely chopped pepper and spread it over slices of bread. Bake until the topping is hot and lightly browned; sautéing the pepper first makes it softer.
Curd cheese is a fresh cheese made from separated milk curds, giving bread with pepper and curd cheese a soft, mildly tangy topping. It is not the same as aged cheddar; its texture and saltiness can vary by maker.
Bread with pepper and curd cheese is not necessarily spicy; the heat comes from the pepper you choose. Sweet bell peppers make a mild topping, while hot chilies add noticeable heat, so taste the pepper before mixing.
Bread with pepper and curd cheese pairs well with a crisp salad, sliced tomatoes, olives, or soup. Fresh vegetables balance the salty, creamy topping, while soup makes it work as a more substantial lunch.
Yes, cottage cheese can replace curd cheese in bread with pepper and curd cheese. Drain it well first because its moisture can make the bread soggy, and mash larger curds so the topping spreads evenly.
Bread with pepper and curd cheese gets soggy when the cheese or chopped peppers release too much liquid. Drain the cheese, remove excess moisture from the peppers, and lightly toast the bread before adding the topping.
A sturdy country loaf or thick-cut sourdough works well for bread with pepper and curd cheese because it supports the moist topping. Very thin sandwich bread may soften quickly, especially if the topping is added well before baking.
You can prepare the pepper-and-curd-cheese mixture ahead and refrigerate it in a covered container. For the best texture, spread it on the bread just before baking rather than assembling the slices hours in advance.
Yes, you can freeze baked bread with pepper and curd cheese, though the topping may turn softer after thawing. Freeze slices airtight, then reheat them in an oven until hot to restore some crispness.
Bread with pepper and curd cheese is usually most enjoyable warm, when the topping is soft and the bread still has a crisp edge. It can also be eaten cold, but the bread may absorb moisture as it sits.
Vitamins
B2
0.15mg · 12% DV
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
B3
1.68mg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.8µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
109mg · 16% DV
Sodium
323mg · 14% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
127mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 167 calories in 1 slice (thick) (70 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.
Bread with pepper and curd cheese is a savoury bake associated with Hatay in southern Turkey. Dough is topped with çökelek, a fresh Turkish curd cheese, along with pepper and often pepper paste and spices, then baked. Recipes vary in how spicy and generous the topping is.
The cheese brings a pleasantly tangy note, while the pepper makes each bite savoury and sometimes hot; the edges may be crisp with a soft centre. In Turkey it is eaten at breakfast, with tea or as a snack. The bread contributes most of the carbohydrates, while the curd cheese adds protein and calcium. Serve it with fresh tomatoes, cucumber or greens for a lighter meal.
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
2.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.91g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.