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Cheese and pepper lavash toast Calories
Lavash filled with kashar cheese and pepper, toasted in a pan or sandwich press.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Cheese and pepper lavash toast (180 g) has 522 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 61.2 g of carbs, 24.3 g of protein, 19.8 g of fat and 4.3 g of fiber. Its 432 mg of Phosphorus covers 62% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cheese and pepper lavash toast Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
522
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
61.2g
· 22% DV
Protein
24.3g
· 49% DV
Fat
19.8g
· 25% DV
Fiber
4.3g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 19% · Fat 34%
Cheese and pepper lavash toast nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 522 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.8 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 11.16 g | 56% |
| Trans fat | 0.45 g | |
| Sodium | 936 mg | 41% |
| Total carbohydrate | 61.2 g | 22% |
| Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% |
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Cheese and pepper lavash toast?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 522 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 261 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 435 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 522 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 580 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 725 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 280 g | 812 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheese and pepper lavash toast
How do you make cheese and pepper lavash toast?
Fill a lavash with grated or sliced kashar cheese and thinly cut peppers, fold it, then toast it in a pan or sandwich press until browned and melted. Cooking watery peppers briefly first helps keep the bread from turning soggy.
What peppers work best in cheese and pepper lavash toast?
Mild green peppers are a classic choice for cheese and pepper lavash toast, while red bell pepper adds sweetness. Use thin slices so they soften as the cheese melts, and cook especially juicy peppers beforehand to avoid a wet filling.
Can you use a different cheese in cheese and pepper lavash toast?
Yes, another cheese that melts well can replace kashar in cheese and pepper lavash toast. Mozzarella gives a stretchy texture, while a sharper cheese adds more bite; combining either with kashar keeps the familiar Turkish-style flavour.
How do you keep cheese and pepper lavash toast from getting soggy?
Keep cheese and pepper lavash toast crisp by avoiding wet fillings and draining peppers that release liquid during cooking. Toast the folded lavash on a hot surface, and serve it soon after cooking rather than covering it, which traps steam.
Can you make cheese and pepper lavash toast in an air fryer?
Yes, you can cook cheese and pepper lavash toast in an air fryer. Fold the lavash securely so the filling stays inside, and check it as it cooks; the thin bread can brown quickly, while the cheese needs time to melt.
Can you prepare cheese and pepper lavash toast ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble cheese and pepper lavash toast ahead, but keep the filling cool and relatively dry until cooking. For the crispest result, toast it just before serving; assembled lavash left with moist peppers can soften.
Is cheese and pepper lavash toast the same as a quesadilla?
No, cheese and pepper lavash toast is usually made with thin lavash and often filled with kashar, while a quesadilla is typically made with a tortilla. Both are folded around cheese and toasted, but the bread and usual flavour profile differ.
What can you add to cheese and pepper lavash toast?
You can add cooked mushrooms, olives, herbs or a little sucuk to cheese and pepper lavash toast. Cook ingredients that release moisture first, and keep the filling modest so the lavash closes neatly and browns rather than steams.
How do you reheat leftover cheese and pepper lavash toast?
Reheat leftover cheese and pepper lavash toast in a dry skillet or sandwich press to restore some crispness while warming the filling. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container once cool; a microwave warms them too, but leaves the lavash softer.
What should you serve with cheese and pepper lavash toast?
Serve cheese and pepper lavash toast with a fresh salad, sliced tomatoes or a bowl of soup for a simple meal. For breakfast or a Turkish-style snack, tea or ayran also pairs well with the savoury, melted-cheese filling.
Cheese and pepper lavash toast Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
1.26µg · 53% DV
B2
0.54mg · 42% DV
B1
0.4mg · 33% DV
B3
3.96mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
432mg · 62% DV
Calcium
540mg · 54% DV
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Sodium
936mg · 41% DV
Potassium ⭐
288mg · 8% DV
Cheese and pepper lavash toast Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cheese and pepper lavash toast
To burn the 522 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 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.
What is Cheese and pepper lavash toast?
Cheese and pepper lavash toast is made by filling thin lavash with kaşar, a Turkish semi-hard cheese, and pepper, then toasting it in a pan or sandwich press. The bread turns crisp at the edges while the cheese melts inside, making it a quick, satisfying bite.
In Turkey it is often served at breakfast or as a snack, sometimes alongside tea; elsewhere, it works well as an easy lunch or light supper. Lavash supplies most of the carbohydrates, while the cheese contributes protein and fat. Pair it with a fresh salad or sliced vegetables, and skip extra oil in the pan for a lighter version.
How Nutritious Is Cheese and pepper lavash toast?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Cheese and pepper lavash toast Processed?
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.
Does Cheese and pepper lavash toast Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cheese and pepper lavash toast Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Cheese and pepper lavash toast Fat Profile
SATURATED
11.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.4:1).
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