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A rich cheese-and-dill snack providing substantial protein, fat, and calcium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cheese Bomb with Dill (50 g) has 166 calories. That works out to 332 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.9 g of carbs, 8.1 g of protein, 12.6 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.6 µg of B12 covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 50 g
166
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
4.9g
· 2% DV
Protein
8.1g
· 16% DV
Fat
12.6g
· 16% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 12% · Protein 20% · Fat 68%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 166 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.6 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 7.6 g | 38% |
| Trans fat | 0.35 g | |
| Sodium | 320 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.9 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% |
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) | 50 g | 166 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 75 g | 249 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 332 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 100 g | 332 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 398 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 150 g | 498 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 598 kcal |
Calculated from 332 calories per 100 g.
A cheese bomb with dill is a small, savory cheese bite flavored with dill, usually shaped into a ball and cooked until its outside is crisp. Recipes vary: some use a soft cheese mixture, while others add a coating or a melting cheese center.
To make a cheese bomb with dill, mix cheese with chopped dill and any binding ingredients in the recipe, shape into small portions, then bake or fry until golden. Chill the shaped pieces first if the mixture feels soft or sticky.
A cheese that holds together when mixed works best in a cheese bomb with dill; a combination of firm grated cheese and a softer cheese can give both structure and a creamy center. Drain wet cheeses well so the mixture does not turn loose.
Cheese bombs with dill can burst when the filling gets too hot and expands, or when the outside has not set before the cheese melts. Keep the pieces small, seal any seams, and avoid overcrowding the pan or baking tray.
Yes, you can cook a cheese bomb with dill in an air fryer. Arrange the pieces in a single layer with space between them, and lightly coat the outside with oil if the recipe calls for it; check early because air fryers vary.
Yes, dried dill works in a cheese bomb with dill, though its flavor is more concentrated and less fresh-tasting than chopped fresh dill. Mix it into the cheese evenly so you do not get pockets of strong herb flavor.
Serve a cheese bomb with dill with a crisp salad, sliced vegetables, or a tangy yogurt-based dip. These pairings cut through the rich cheese and work well whether you offer the bites as an appetizer or a party snack.
Yes, you can shape a cheese bomb with dill ahead of time and keep the uncooked pieces covered in the refrigerator until you are ready to cook them. Cook them close to serving time for the crispest exterior.
Reheat a cheese bomb with dill in an oven or air fryer until warmed through; these methods help bring back some crispness. A microwave is quicker but tends to make the coating soft, so use it only when texture is not a priority.
Yes, a cheese bomb with dill can be frozen before cooking. Freeze the shaped pieces separately on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed container; cook from frozen and allow extra time, checking that the centers are hot.
Vitamins
B12
0.57µg · 24% DV
Vitamin A
105µg · 12% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B5
0.33mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
158mg · 23% DV
Calcium
205mg · 21% DV
Sodium
320mg · 14% DV
Zinc
1.23mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
68mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 166 calories in 1 piece (medium) (50 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.
Cheese Bomb with Dill is a Turkish-style savoury bite centred on cheese and fresh dill. Home recipes can vary in the cheeses and other ingredients used, so the filling and outer texture are not always the same. The dill brings a fresh, gently herbal note to the cheese’s salty, creamy flavour; depending on how it is made, each piece may be soft or lightly browned.
In Turkey, it is the sort of snack served warm or at room temperature with tea, at breakfast, or as part of a spread for guests. For English-speaking readers elsewhere, it works well as a party bite or a substantial snack. It is rich in protein and fat, with 16.2 g of protein per 100 g. Pair it with crisp vegetables or a fresh salad 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.
Low
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
7.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.53g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.