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High-protein, light cheese filling
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Curd Cheese Filling (50 g) has 49 calories. That works out to 98 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.6 g of carbs, 8.8 g of protein, 0.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 50 g
49
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
1.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
8.8g
· 18% DV
Fat
0.9g
· 1% 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 13% · Protein 71% · Fat 16%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 49 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.9 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.53 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 180 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% |
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 serving (medium) | 50 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 27 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 29 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (small) | 55 g | 54 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 98 kcal |
| ½ cup (large) | 110 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 200 g | 196 kcal |
Calculated from 98 calories per 100 g.
Curd cheese filling is used to stuff pastries and other dough-based dishes. It works well in savory hand pies, pancakes, and baked pasta; add it as a filling rather than serving it as a standalone cheese course.
Mix curd cheese with salt, pepper, and chopped herbs to make a simple savory filling. Drain excess moisture first, then spread the mixture evenly over the pastry so it is less likely to make the dough soggy.
Yes, curd cheese filling can be used in ravioli. Keep it fairly firm so it stays inside the pasta, and avoid overfilling each piece; herbs and black pepper make a straightforward savory seasoning.
Drain the curd cheese well and avoid adding watery ingredients to the filling. If you are using fresh herbs or vegetables, chop and dry them before mixing, then fill the pastry shortly before baking.
Yes, curd cheese filling can be made sweet by mixing in sugar and a little vanilla or citrus zest. Use that version for filled pancakes or pastries, and keep it separate from the seasoned mixture intended for savory dishes.
No, curd cheese filling does not always need an egg; a well-drained, crumbly filling can hold together without one. An egg can help bind a loose mixture, especially when it will be baked inside pastry.
Yes, curd cheese filling can be frozen, though it may turn grainier or release moisture after thawing. Defrost it in the refrigerator, drain any liquid, and stir it before using it in a cooked dish.
Store leftover curd cheese filling in a sealed container in the refrigerator. If it contains egg or fresh herbs, use it promptly, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended time.
Parsley, dill, and chives all work well in savory curd cheese filling. Choose one or combine them with black pepper; add fresh herbs shortly before using the mixture to limit extra moisture.
Yes, curd cheese filling works in both baked pastries and pan-fried items such as filled pancakes. Keep the filling contained and use moderate heat so the dough cooks through before the cheese mixture escapes.
Vitamins
B12
0.33µg · 14% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B5
0.19mg · 4% DV
Biotin
0.9µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
95mg · 14% DV
Selenium
5.25µg · 10% DV
Sodium
180mg · 8% DV
Iodine
9µg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
60mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 49 calories in 1 serving (medium) (50 g):
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Curd Cheese Filling is a mild, soft filling made with lor, a fresh Turkish whey cheese, for pastries and other savoury dishes. Its texture is usually moist and crumbly rather than stretchy, and recipes may mix it with herbs or greens; the seasoning and consistency vary from kitchen to kitchen.
In Turkey, it is commonly tucked into börek or gözleme, served warm, and can also appear at breakfast with bread. The filling is relatively lean and notably protein-rich: it provides 17.5 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter pastry, pair it with plenty of greens and use a restrained amount of added 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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.53g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.