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Cecil cheese, whole wheat bread, sandwich
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cecil cheese sandwich (120 g) has 312 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.8 g of carbs, 16.2 g of protein, 11.4 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 408 mg of Calcium covers 41% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
312
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
34.8g
· 13% DV
Protein
16.2g
· 32% DV
Fat
11.4g
· 15% DV
Fiber
3.8g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 21% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 312 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.4 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 5.64 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 648 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.8 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% |
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) | 120 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 60 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 208 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 150 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 468 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 624 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 250 g | 650 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
Layer whole-wheat bread with strands of Cecil cheese, then add vegetables such as tomato, cucumber, or lettuce if you like. Eat the sandwich cold or warm it briefly; the cheese softens but may not melt into a smooth layer.
A Cecil cheese sandwich combines the cheese’s mild, salty flavor and stringy texture with the hearty taste of whole-wheat bread. The flavor changes with the fillings: fresh vegetables make it brighter, while toasted bread adds a crisp contrast.
Yes, you can toast a Cecil cheese sandwich. The cheese softens but tends to stay stringy rather than turning completely smooth, so use moderate heat and avoid over-toasting the bread while waiting for the filling to warm.
Tomato, cucumber, lettuce, and roasted peppers all work well in a Cecil cheese sandwich. They add freshness or crunch alongside the cheese; pat juicy tomato slices dry or add them just before eating to help keep the bread firm.
Whole-wheat bread suits a Cecil cheese sandwich because its hearty texture complements the cheese. A sturdy sliced loaf also holds vegetables without falling apart, while lightly toasting the bread gives the sandwich a crisper bite.
Keep wet ingredients away from the bread until serving: pat tomato dry, place lettuce between the bread and moist fillings, or pack vegetables separately. If making a Cecil cheese sandwich ahead, assemble it close to mealtime for the best texture.
Yes, a Cecil cheese sandwich can be eaten cold; the cheese is ready to eat without heating. Cold preparation also preserves the cheese’s stringy texture, and crisp vegetables make the sandwich refreshing without needing a sauce.
Serve a Cecil cheese sandwich with a green salad, vegetable sticks, or a bowl of soup. These sides complement the savory cheese without making the meal overly rich; choose fresh vegetables if you want a lighter accompaniment.
A Cecil cheese sandwich can be part of a balanced lunch: whole-wheat bread provides fibre and the cheese contributes protein. Add vegetables, and keep salty sauces or extra cheese modest, since they can make the sandwich saltier and richer.
A Cecil cheese sandwich can be filling because it combines bread with protein-rich cheese. Whole-wheat bread and a generous serving of vegetables add texture and fibre; eating it with a salad can make lunch feel more substantial.
Vitamins
B12
0.84µg · 35% DV
B2
0.26mg · 20% DV
Vitamin A
144µg · 16% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Calcium
408mg · 41% DV
Phosphorus
228mg · 33% DV
Sodium
648mg · 28% DV
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
192mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 312 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
The Cecil cheese sandwich brings together çeçil, a traditional Turkish cheese made of fine, pull-apart strands, and bread; whole-wheat bread makes it a more substantial choice. Çeçil is especially associated with eastern Anatolia. Its mildly salty, savory cheese and the nutty taste of whole-wheat bread make for a simple, satisfying combination, with a pleasantly stringy texture.
In Turkey, it can be eaten for breakfast, packed for lunch or enjoyed with tea; elsewhere, it works just as well as a quick meal or snack. The cheese contributes protein, while whole-wheat bread adds fibre—the sandwich provides 13.5 g of protein per 100 g. Pair it with tomato, cucumber or salad for freshness, or choose a smaller portion if you want 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
5.64g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.