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A salty, protein- and calcium-containing cheese blend with a stretchy, stringy texture.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Cecil and Kashar String Cheese Mix (40 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 329 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 9.6 g of protein, 10 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 200 mg of Phosphorus covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 40 g
132
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
9.6g
· 19% DV
Fat
10g
· 13% 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 2% · Protein 29% · Fat 69%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 6.4 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.32 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 9.6 g | 19% |
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 serving (medium) | 40 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 197 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 329 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 100 g | 329 kcal |
Calculated from 329 calories per 100 g.
Cecil and Kashar String Cheese Mix combines two Turkish string cheeses: çeçil, which separates into fine strands, and kaşar dil peyniri, which has a stretchy, layered texture. The proportions and saltiness can vary between products.
You can eat Cecil and Kashar String Cheese Mix as it is, pulling the strands apart by hand, or serve it with bread, fruit, or crackers. It also works as a savory addition to a breakfast board or a snack.
No, Cecil and Kashar String Cheese Mix is not mozzarella. It combines Turkish cheeses with their own distinct flavor and stringy texture; mozzarella is a separate cheese, usually milder and moister, so the two may behave differently in recipes.
Cecil and Kashar String Cheese Mix pulls into strings because the cheeses have a stretched, layered curd structure. The çeçil portion is especially fibrous, so separating it along its natural strands is easier than cutting across them.
Yes, you can use Cecil and Kashar String Cheese Mix in place of mozzarella on pizza, but expect a saltier, more pronounced flavor and a different texture. Tear it into small pieces and use less added salt in the other toppings.
Yes, Cecil and Kashar String Cheese Mix softens and melts when heated, making it useful in toasties, warm sandwiches, and egg dishes. Its stringy texture may remain noticeable, and the amount of salt can affect the finished dish.
Keep Cecil and Kashar String Cheese Mix refrigerated after opening, sealed in its original packaging or an airtight container. Use a clean utensil when handling it, and follow the package’s use-by instructions rather than leaving the cheese exposed to air.
Yes, Cecil and Kashar String Cheese Mix can be frozen, though its stretchy strands may become less distinct after thawing. Freeze it in an airtight package and use the thawed cheese in cooked dishes, where a texture change is less noticeable.
You can reduce some salt in Cecil and Kashar String Cheese Mix by briefly soaking a small portion in water, but this may soften its texture. Taste a test piece first, since soaking will not remove all the salt.
Cecil and Kashar String Cheese Mix can be salty, so it may contribute meaningfully to your sodium intake. If you are limiting sodium, keep the portion modest and avoid pairing it with several other salty foods in the same meal.
Vitamins
B12
0.6µg · 25% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Vitamin A
88µg · 10% DV
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
200mg · 29% DV
Calcium
280mg · 28% DV
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Zinc
1.2mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
40mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 132 calories in 1 serving (medium) (40 g):
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Cecil and Kashar String Cheese Mix brings together çeçil, a Turkish cheese that pulls into fine strands, and kaşar dil peyniri, a stretchy, string-style cheese. Çeçil is especially associated with eastern Turkey, while kaşar cheeses are enjoyed across the country. The blend is made to be pulled apart and eaten in pieces.
Its texture is supple and stringy, with a noticeably salty, milky flavour. In Turkey it may appear at breakfast, alongside tea, or on a meze table; elsewhere, serve it as a snack or add it to a cheese board. It provides protein and calcium, with 24 g of protein per 100 g. Pair it with fresh vegetables or fruit for a lighter balance.
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 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
6.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.