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Soft whey cheese with creamy texture
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Creamy lor cheese (30 g) has 50 calories. That works out to 165 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.1 g of carbs, 3.5 g of protein, 3.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.2 µg of B12 covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
50
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
3.5g
· 7% DV
Fat
3.5g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 28% · Fat 63%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 50 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.5 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 2.13 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 96 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 83 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 124 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 225 g | 371 kcal |
Calculated from 165 calories per 100 g.
Creamy lor cheese is a soft Turkish whey cheese with a creamy texture. Lor is traditionally made by heating whey left from cheesemaking so its proteins form curds; the exact ingredients and method for a creamy version can vary by producer or recipe.
Creamy lor cheese works as a spread, a filling for pastries, or an addition to pasta and savory dishes. Its mild flavor also pairs well with fruit, honey, or jam, so it can be served sweet or savory.
Creamy lor cheese and ricotta are both soft cheeses associated with whey, but they are not the same product. Their production methods, moisture, and flavor can differ, so ricotta may work as a substitute in recipes but the texture will not always match.
Creamy lor cheese is a Turkish-style whey cheese, while cottage cheese is made from curds of milk. Cottage cheese often has distinct curds and a fresher, milky taste; creamy lor cheese is usually softer and more spreadable.
Keep creamy lor cheese refrigerated in a sealed container or its original packaging, and use a clean utensil each time. Follow the package’s storage and use-by instructions; homemade lor should be used sooner than a commercially packaged product.
Yes, creamy lor cheese can be frozen, but thawing may make its texture grainier or cause it to separate. Freeze it in small airtight portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and use it in cooked dishes such as pastries or pasta.
Yes, creamy lor cheese can be used as a börek filling. Its moist, soft texture makes a tender filling, but excess liquid can soften the pastry, so drain very wet cheese before combining it with other ingredients.
Creamy lor cheese has a mild, fresh dairy flavor and a soft texture. It is generally less sharp than aged cheeses, making it easy to pair with herbs and vegetables or with sweet toppings such as honey and fruit.
Creamy lor cheese softens when heated but does not usually melt into the stretchy texture of mozzarella or cheddar. Stir it into sauces or fillings for a creamy, curd-like result rather than expecting it to become a smooth melting cheese.
Yes, creamy lor cheese can replace ricotta in many fillings, spreads, and baked dishes, especially when a mild soft cheese is needed. Because lor can differ in moisture and texture, drain it if needed and adjust the recipe’s added liquid.
Vitamins
B12
0.17µg · 7% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Vitamin A
36µg · 4% DV
Biotin
0.96µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
44mg · 6% DV
Calcium
54mg · 5% DV
Sodium
96mg · 4% DV
Selenium
2.25µg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
32mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Creamy lor cheese is a soft, moist version of lor, a fresh Turkish cheese traditionally made from the whey left over during cheesemaking. Its mild flavour and spreadable texture make it easy to use in both savoury and sweet dishes.
In Turkey, it is commonly served at breakfast with bread, tomatoes and herbs, and used as a filling for börek and other pastries. Elsewhere, try it on toast, stirred into eggs or paired with honey and fruit. It provides protein alongside a notable amount of fat, so a modest spoonful with vegetables or whole-grain bread makes a satisfying addition to a 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 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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.