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High protein, calcium and lycopene source, low fat
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cooked curd cheese with tomato paste (80 g) has 88 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.2 g of carbs, 10 g of protein, 2.6 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
88
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
4.2g
· 2% DV
Protein
10g
· 20% DV
Fat
2.6g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 21% · Protein 50% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 88 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.6 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.6 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 280 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.2 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 10 g | 20% |
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) | 80 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 66 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 165 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 176 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
To make cooked curd cheese with tomato paste, briefly fry the tomato paste in a little oil, then stir in the curd cheese and heat gently. Keep stirring and stop once it is hot; a splash of water can loosen a dry mixture.
Cooked curd cheese with tomato paste is commonly served warm with bread, flatbread, or pita. Fresh vegetables and herbs make good sides, while olives or eggs can turn it into a more substantial breakfast spread.
Yes, eggs work well in cooked curd cheese with tomato paste. Stir the curd cheese into the fried paste first, then add the eggs and cook until set. This is a variation, rather than an essential part of the basic dish.
No, cooked curd cheese with tomato paste is not menemen. The curd-and-paste dish is based on cheese, while menemen is a Turkish egg dish usually made with tomatoes and peppers. Adding egg to the curd dish does not make the recipes identical.
Cooked curd cheese with tomato paste uses lor, a mild Turkish curd cheese. It is not necessarily the same as ricotta or cottage cheese, so substituting either may change the dish's texture and moisture.
Yes, cooked curd cheese with tomato paste makes a suitable savoury breakfast dish. Serve it warm with bread and fresh vegetables, and taste it before adding salt because both the cheese and tomato paste may already be seasoned.
Yes, you can make cooked curd cheese with tomato paste ahead of time. Cool it promptly, transfer it to a covered container, and refrigerate it; reheat only the portion you plan to eat so the rest stays chilled.
Cooked curd cheese with tomato paste keeps for up to 3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly rather than leaving it at room temperature, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell, colour, or mould.
Yes, cooked curd cheese with tomato paste can be frozen, but the curd may turn watery or crumbly after thawing. Freeze it in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and use it in a hot dish if the texture has changed.
Reheat cooked curd cheese with tomato paste gently in a covered pan over low heat, stirring occasionally. If it seems dry, add a small splash of water. Avoid high heat, which can make the curd tougher and cause the mixture to stick.
Vitamins
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
B2
0.15mg · 12% DV
B5
0.56mg · 11% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Calcium
176mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
96mg · 14% DV
Sodium
280mg · 12% DV
Zinc
0.88mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
128mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cooked curd cheese with tomato paste is a simple Turkish home-style dish made by warming crumbled lor cheese with tomato paste. It has a mild, milky flavour balanced by the paste’s savoury tang, and a soft, slightly grainy texture. It is often served warm at breakfast with bread, or as a light meal; fresh tomatoes, cucumber or herbs make easy accompaniments.
It offers plenty of protein while remaining relatively low in fat, with 12.5 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter version, use a modest amount of tomato paste and cook it without adding extra oil.
High
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 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.
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
1.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.