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Cheese Toast (Quarter Pide) Calories
Hot toast made with Turkish pide bread and melted cheese.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Cheese Toast (Quarter Pide) (90 g) has 266 calories. That works out to 295 calories per 100 g. It contains 30.6 g of carbs, 10.4 g of protein, 10.8 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 243 mg of Calcium covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cheese Toast (Quarter Pide) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
266
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
30.6g
· 11% DV
Protein
10.4g
· 21% DV
Fat
10.8g
· 14% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 16% · Fat 37%
Cheese Toast (Quarter Pide) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 266 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.8 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 5.58 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 558 mg | 24% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30.6 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% |
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 Medium Cheese Toast (Quarter Pide)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 266 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 177 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 177 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 266 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 295 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 354 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 354 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 531 kcal |
Calculated from 295 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheese Toast (Quarter Pide)
What is cheese toast on quarter pide?
Cheese toast on quarter pide is a Turkish-style hot sandwich made by filling a piece of pide bread with kaşar cheese and toasting it until the cheese melts. Its thicker, softer bread makes it different from toast made with thin sliced bread.
How do you make cheese toast on quarter pide at home?
To make cheese toast on quarter pide, split a piece of pide, add sliced or grated kaşar cheese, and toast it until the bread is golden and the cheese has melted. A pan with a lid works if you do not have a sandwich press.
What cheese is used in cheese toast on quarter pide?
Kaşar cheese is used in cheese toast on quarter pide. It melts well and has the mild, savoury taste associated with this Turkish toast; thin slices or grated cheese usually melt more evenly than a thick block.
Is cheese toast on quarter pide the same as a grilled cheese sandwich?
Not quite: cheese toast on quarter pide is a Turkish pide-based toast, while a grilled cheese sandwich is usually made with sliced bread. The pide gives this toast a thicker, chewier centre and a more substantial crust.
Can you make cheese toast on quarter pide without a sandwich press?
Yes, you can make cheese toast on quarter pide in a covered frying pan. Cook it over medium-low heat, turning it once, so the bread browns without burning before the cheese inside has melted.
Why does cheese leak out of cheese toast on quarter pide?
Cheese leaks out of cheese toast on quarter pide when the filling reaches the edges or the bread is pressed too hard. Leave a small border around the filling, use moderate heat, and avoid overfilling the pide.
What can you add to cheese toast on quarter pide?
Sucuk, sliced tomato, or pepper can be added to cheese toast on quarter pide. Keep additions modest and avoid wet fillings, which can make the bread soggy and prevent the toast from sealing properly.
What goes well with cheese toast on quarter pide?
Cheese toast on quarter pide goes well with a fresh salad, sliced tomatoes, olives, or soup. These sides balance the warm bread and melted cheese without competing with the toast's savoury flavour.
How do you reheat cheese toast on quarter pide?
Reheat cheese toast on quarter pide in a dry pan or toaster oven until the centre is warm and the crust crisps again. A microwave warms it quickly but tends to make the pide soft and chewy.
Can you freeze cheese toast on quarter pide?
Yes, cheese toast on quarter pide can be frozen, though the bread may lose some of its fresh texture. Wrap it tightly, freeze it soon after cooling, and reheat it from frozen in an oven or toaster oven until hot throughout.
Cheese Toast (Quarter Pide) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
B2
0.2mg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
99µg · 11% DV
B5
0.54mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Calcium
243mg · 24% DV
Sodium
558mg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
153mg · 22% DV
Selenium
6.3µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
99mg · 3% DV
Cheese Toast (Quarter Pide) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cheese Toast (Quarter Pide)
To burn the 266 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 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 Toast (Quarter Pide)?
Cheese Toast (Quarter Pide) is a Turkish-style toasted sandwich made by filling a portion of pide bread with cheese and heating it until the bread browns and the cheese melts. The outside turns lightly crisp while the middle stays soft and stretchy, with a savoury, milky flavour against the bread’s gentle yeastiness.
In Turkey it is often eaten for breakfast or as a quick snack, sometimes alongside tea; it also makes an easy light meal. It is mainly a bread-and-cheese dish, with 11.5 g of protein per 100 g. For a fresher, lighter plate, serve it with sliced tomato, cucumber or salad greens.
How Nutritious Is Cheese Toast (Quarter Pide)?
Nutrient density
Low
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 Toast (Quarter Pide) Processed?
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.
Does Cheese Toast (Quarter Pide) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cheese Toast (Quarter Pide) Good For?
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
Cheese Toast (Quarter Pide) Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.58g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.15g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 19.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (19.8:1).
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