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High-protein, salty, braided string cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Braided cecil string cheese (30 g) has 87 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 7.2 g of protein, 6 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
87
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
7.2g
· 14% 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 3% · Protein 34% · Fat 63%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 87 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.75 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.21 g | |
| Sodium | 270 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% |
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 | 87 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 8 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 44 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 15 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 60 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 80 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 serving (triple) | 90 g | 261 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
Braided cecil string cheese is a Turkish cheese made by heating and stretching curd into strands, then braiding them. Its pull-apart texture and saltiness vary by producer; the name refers to its distinctive braided form.
Pull braided cecil string cheese apart into strands and eat it as a snack, or serve it with bread, tomatoes, olives, and other breakfast foods. If it tastes too salty, a brief soak in cold water can mellow it.
No. Braided cecil string cheese is a Turkish pulled-curd cheese, while mozzarella is a distinct Italian cheese with its own production methods and flavor. Both can become stretchy when heated, but they are not interchangeable in every recipe.
Braided cecil string cheese is braided to hold its pulled strands together and give it its characteristic appearance and tearable texture. The strands can be separated by hand before serving or adding them to a dish.
Yes, braided cecil string cheese softens and stretches when heated, so it works in toasties, pastries, and warm sandwiches. Add it near the end of cooking or use moderate heat to keep it from turning oily or tough.
Keep braided cecil string cheese refrigerated in its original packaging or a sealed container, and use clean hands or utensils when handling it. Follow the package’s use-by guidance after opening, and do not leave it out for extended periods.
Yes, braided cecil string cheese can be frozen, but thawing may make its strands less elastic and its texture less pleasant. Use thawed cheese in cooked dishes such as pastries or toasted sandwiches rather than serving it plain.
Separate braided cecil string cheese into strands and soak them briefly in cold water, then drain and taste. A long soak can wash out more of the cheese’s flavor and affect its texture.
Yes, braided cecil string cheese works as a filling for savory pastries because it softens and pulls into strands when heated. Tear it into smaller pieces, and taste the filling before adding extra salt.
Braided cecil string cheese is formed into a braid from stretched curd strands, while many products called string cheese are shaped into individual sticks. Recipes and salt levels differ, so taste it before using it as a direct substitute.
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
54µg · 6% DV
Biotin
0.9µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
195mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
126mg · 18% DV
Sodium
270mg · 12% DV
Zinc
0.84mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 87 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Braided cecil string cheese is a Turkish cheese made by stretching curds into long strands and braiding them; cecil-style cheeses are especially associated with eastern Turkey. Its pale strands pull apart easily, with a pleasantly chewy texture and a mild, milky flavour balanced by salt. In Turkey, it is often served at breakfast or enjoyed as a snack with tea, sometimes alongside olives, tomatoes and bread. Elsewhere, it works well on a cheese board or pulled into salads and sandwiches. It is protein-rich, with 24 g per 100 g, and also fairly rich in fat, so pair a modest portion with fresh produce for a lighter plate.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.62g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.