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Good protein source, sesame-crusted bread based, contains cheese and ham
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (whole) of Cheese ham simit sandwich (180 g) has 562 calories. That works out to 312 calories per 100 g. It contains 51.5 g of carbs, 25.6 g of protein, 28.4 g of fat and 4.9 g of fiber. Its 459 mg of Phosphorus covers 66% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (whole) · 180 g
562
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
51.5g
· 19% DV
Protein
25.6g
· 51% DV
Fat
28.4g
· 36% DV
Fiber
4.9g
· 18% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 18% · Fat 45%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 562 kcal | |
| Total fat | 28.4 g | 36% |
| Saturated fat | 10.98 g | 55% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 1242 mg | 54% |
| Total carbohydrate | 51.5 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% |
| Protein | 25.6 g | 51% |
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 (whole) | 180 g | 562 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 28 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 60 g | 187 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 281 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 562 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 240 g | 749 kcal |
Calculated from 312 calories per 100 g.
A cheese ham simit sandwich is a Turkish-style sandwich made by splitting a ring-shaped, sesame-crusted simit and filling it with cheese and ham. It may be served cold or warmed until the cheese softens, and fillings vary by shop or household.
To make a cheese ham simit sandwich, slice a simit horizontally, add cheese and ham, then close it. Eat it as is or warm it in a pan or sandwich press until the cheese melts; add fresh vegetables just before serving.
Yes, you can toast a cheese ham simit sandwich in a sandwich press or a skillet over moderate heat. Warm it until the cheese softens and the center is hot; avoid pressing too hard, which can flatten the simit.
A cheese ham simit sandwich uses simit, a well-known Turkish sesame-crusted bread, but this filled sandwich is a modern, convenient way to serve it rather than a single fixed traditional recipe. The cheese, ham, and optional vegetables can vary.
A mild cheese that melts well, such as kaşar or cheddar, works well in a cheese ham simit sandwich. For a less melty version, use a firm sliced cheese; avoid very wet cheeses, which can make the bread soggy.
Fresh tomato, cucumber, leafy greens, or a simple salad pair well with a cheese ham simit sandwich. For a Turkish-style breakfast, it also goes with tea; adding fresh produce balances the sandwich without masking the sesame flavor.
Yes, you can assemble a cheese ham simit sandwich ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until the next day. Leave out watery vegetables until serving so the simit stays firmer, and warm the sandwich before eating if desired.
Yes, a cheese ham simit sandwich can be frozen, though the simit may lose some of its crispness after thawing. Freeze it without fresh vegetables, thaw it in the refrigerator, then reheat it in a pan or sandwich press.
Yes, a cheese ham simit sandwich can work as a portable lunch if it is kept chilled until you eat it. Pack wet vegetables separately to keep the bread from getting soggy, and add them shortly before serving.
Make a cheese ham simit sandwich less heavy by using a moderate amount of cheese, skipping butter or creamy sauces, and adding tomato, cucumber, or lettuce. These changes keep the familiar simit-and-ham combination while adding freshness.
Vitamins
B12
1.4µg · 58% DV
B3
6.48mg · 41% DV
B2
0.52mg · 40% DV
B1
0.43mg · 36% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
459mg · 66% DV
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Sodium
1242mg · 54% DV
Calcium
446mg · 45% DV
Potassium ⭐
333mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 562 calories in 1 piece (whole) (180 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.
A Cheese ham simit sandwich is made by splitting a sesame-crusted simit and filling it with cheese and ham. Simit is a ring-shaped Turkish bread, and this sandwich is a convenient bakery or café choice for breakfast or a quick meal.
The crust is pleasantly chewy and coated with toasted sesame, while the cheese softens the savoury, salty ham. In Turkey, it is often eaten on the go or alongside tea; elsewhere, it works as a portable lunch or substantial snack. The bread makes it filling, and the cheese and ham contribute protein: it provides 14.2 g per 100 g. Pair it with salad or fresh vegetables for a lighter-feeling 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
— Not 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
10.98g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
5.58g
Omega 6:3 ratio 58:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (58:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.