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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Crispy simit with kashar cheese and tomato (150 g) has 510 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 59.3 g of carbs, 19.8 g of protein, 22.7 g of fat and 4.2 g of fiber. Its 42 µg of Selenium covers 76% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 150 g
510
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
59.3g
· 22% DV
Protein
19.8g
· 40% DV
Fat
22.7g
· 29% DV
Fiber
4.2g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 15% · Fat 39%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 510 kcal | |
| Total fat | 22.7 g | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 10.2 g | 51% |
| Trans fat | 0.38 g | |
| Sodium | 1020 mg | 44% |
| Total carbohydrate | 59.3 g | 22% |
| Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% |
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% |
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) | 150 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 75 g | 255 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 75 g | 255 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 110 g | 374 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 612 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 680 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 250 g | 850 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Crispy simit with kashar cheese and tomato is a sesame-crusted Turkish bread ring served warm with tomato and melted kashar, a mild, semi-hard cheese. Baking gives it a crisp exterior and a soft, savory center.
To make crispy simit with kashar cheese and tomato, split a simit, add thin tomato slices and grated kashar, then bake until the cheese melts and the edges turn crisp. Use ripe but firm tomatoes so the filling is less watery.
No. Regular simit is a sesame-coated bread ring, while crispy simit with kashar cheese and tomato is a warm, filled version with melted cheese and tomato. The topping makes its center softer and more savory than plain simit.
Keep crispy simit with kashar cheese and tomato from getting soggy by removing the watery seeds from the tomatoes and adding them just before baking. Serve it soon after heating, since trapped steam softens the sesame crust.
Reheat crispy simit with kashar cheese and tomato in an oven or dry skillet until the center is hot and the kashar has melted. A microwave warms it quickly but tends to soften the crust, so it is less suitable when crispness matters.
Yes, but the tomato can make crispy simit with kashar cheese and tomato softer after thawing. For a better texture, freeze the simit before adding the filling, then top it with cheese and tomato and bake it when ready to eat.
You can use mozzarella or mild cheddar instead of kashar in crispy simit with kashar cheese and tomato; both melt well. The flavor will differ, so choose a cheese that is not too salty and grate it for even melting.
Crispy simit with kashar cheese and tomato pairs well with olives, cucumber, leafy greens, or a simple salad. Turkish tea is a common breakfast companion; the fresh sides balance the warm, cheesy filling without adding another heavy bread item.
Yes, crispy simit with kashar cheese and tomato works as a breakfast meal, especially when served warm with tea. Add fresh vegetables or fruit if you want a more varied breakfast rather than pairing it with several other baked foods.
Crispy simit with kashar cheese and tomato turns soft when tomato moisture and steam soak into the bread, or when it sits covered after baking. Use firm, thinly sliced tomato and leave the hot simit uncovered until serving.
Vitamins
B12
1.08µg · 45% DV
B1
0.47mg · 39% DV
Biotin
10.65µg · 36% DV
B3
5.1mg · 32% DV
Minerals
Selenium
42µg · 76% DV
Phosphorus
458mg · 65% DV
Calcium
585mg · 59% DV
Manganese
1.14mg · 50% DV
Sodium
1020mg · 44% DV
Potassium ⭐
308mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Crispy simit with kashar cheese and tomato brings together simit, Turkey’s sesame-coated ring bread, with juicy tomato and a generous layer of kashar, a mild Turkish cheese. Served warm, it turns a familiar bakery staple into a filling savoury bite.
The crust stays crisp while the cheese softens and the tomato adds freshness. In Turkey, simit is often eaten for breakfast or as a snack with tea; this topped version also works as a quick lunch or casual meal elsewhere. It provides protein and calcium, with 13.2 g of protein per 100 g. Pair it with a simple salad or fresh vegetables for a lighter, more balanced 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.
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 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
— 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
10.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.45g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 33.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (33.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.