Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
Cunda basket cheese Calories
Semi-hard, salty Aegean-style basket cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Cunda basket cheese (30 g) has 90 calories. That works out to 300 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 6.6 g of protein, 6.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 195 mg of Calcium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Cunda basket cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g
90
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.6g
· 13% DV
Fat
6.9g
· 9% 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 3% · Protein 29% · Fat 68%
Cunda basket cheese nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 90 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.9 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.35 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 285 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% |
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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
- Get your daily calorie target
- Snap your meal, log it in seconds
- See every vitamin and mineral
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.
How Many Calories in 1 Slice of Cunda basket cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 45 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 60 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (triple) | 90 g | 270 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 300 kcal |
Calculated from 300 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cunda basket cheese
What is Cunda basket cheese?
Cunda basket cheese is a semi-hard, salty cheese associated with Cunda Island and the Ayvalık area of Turkey. Its basket-shaped moulding gives it a distinctive surface, and it is commonly served sliced or used in simple dishes.
How do you eat Cunda basket cheese?
Serve Cunda basket cheese in slices with bread, tomatoes, olives, or fresh herbs. Its salty, savoury flavour also works crumbled over salads; taste the dish before adding salt, since the cheese may already season it sufficiently.
Where does Cunda basket cheese come from?
Cunda basket cheese is associated with Cunda Island, near Ayvalık on Turkey’s Aegean coast. The name points to its regional style, though products sold under it can differ by producer and should not be assumed to follow one identical recipe.
Can you grill Cunda basket cheese?
Yes, Cunda basket cheese can be grilled or pan-fried in slices, though the result depends on the specific cheese. Use moderately high heat and turn it carefully; it may soften without holding the same shape as a firm grilling cheese.
Does Cunda basket cheese melt well?
Cunda basket cheese softens when heated and may melt partly, but it is not guaranteed to become stretchy. For sandwiches or baked dishes, test a small piece first, as moisture and texture can vary between producers.
What can you substitute for Cunda basket cheese?
A salty semi-hard cheese with a similar firm texture is the closest substitute for Cunda basket cheese. The flavour will not be identical, so choose a milder cheese if the recipe already includes salty ingredients.
How should you store Cunda basket cheese?
Keep Cunda basket cheese refrigerated in an airtight container. If it was sold in brine, store it in that brine; otherwise, wrap it well to limit drying and transfer of odours, and follow the package’s storage guidance.
Can you freeze Cunda basket cheese?
You can freeze Cunda basket cheese, but freezing may make its texture more crumbly after thawing. It is generally better suited to cooked dishes afterward than to serving in neat slices; thaw it in the refrigerator.
Why is Cunda basket cheese shaped like a basket?
Cunda basket cheese gets its characteristic surface from being shaped in a basket-style mould. The pattern is a mark of the traditional style, rather than a separate flavouring or an indication that the cheese contains basket ingredients.
What should you serve with Cunda basket cheese?
Cunda basket cheese pairs well with bread, olives, tomatoes, cucumber, and fresh herbs. For a fuller Aegean-style plate, serve it with other simple breakfast foods; avoid heavily salting accompanying dishes until you have tasted the cheese.
Cunda basket cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
66µg · 7% DV
Biotin
0.9µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
195mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
129mg · 18% DV
Sodium
285mg · 12% DV
Zinc
0.84mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
Cunda basket cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cunda basket cheese
To burn the 90 calories in 1 slice (medium) (30 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Cunda basket cheese?
Cunda basket cheese is a semi-hard, salty cheese from Cunda Island in the Aegean region of Turkey, traditionally shaped in a basket. Its compact texture makes it easy to slice, and its briny flavour is at home on a Turkish breakfast table.
Serve it with tomatoes, olives and bread, or add a few slices to a meze spread or salad. Outside Turkey, it works well anywhere you might serve a firm, savoury cheese, alongside fresh vegetables or fruit. It provides 22 g of protein per 100 g, though it is also fairly rich, so a modest portion can bring plenty of flavour.
How Nutritious Is Cunda basket cheese?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Cunda basket cheese 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 Cunda basket cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cunda basket cheese Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Cunda basket cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.35g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.86g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.21g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.3:1).
Compare Cunda basket cheese
Foods Similar to Cunda basket cheese
Have another question about Cunda basket cheese?
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Scan calories with your camera
Instant AI nutrition analysis
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.