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High-protein fresh curd cheese with pepper
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Curd cheese with pepper (50 g) has 78 calories. That works out to 156 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.6 g of carbs, 9.1 g of protein, 3.9 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 50 g
78
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
1.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
9.1g
· 18% DV
Fat
3.9g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 8% · Protein 47% · Fat 45%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 78 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.9 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.45 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 210 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 9.1 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 | 78 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 15 g | 23 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (shredded) | 30 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 62 kcal |
| ½ cup (shredded) | 60 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 125 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 120 g | 187 kcal |
Calculated from 156 calories per 100 g.
Curd cheese with pepper is fresh curd cheese mixed with pepper for a savory, sometimes spicy flavor. It is a Turkish-style preparation; the curd may be made from heated, coagulated dairy and drained, while the pepper and seasoning vary by recipe.
You can spread curd cheese with pepper on bread or serve it with fresh vegetables, olives, or eggs. It also works as a filling for pastries and flatbreads, where its tangy, peppery flavor seasons the dish without needing much extra seasoning.
Curd cheese with pepper is seasoned with pepper and is commonly made by draining curds from cultured dairy, while cottage cheese is usually sold as moist curds in a mild dairy dressing. Their texture and tanginess differ, so they are not identical.
Yes, you can cook curd cheese with pepper in omelets, savory pastries, or stuffed flatbreads. Heating can make the curds drier or more crumbly, so mix them with an egg or another moist filling when you want a softer result.
To make curd cheese with pepper at home, combine fresh curd cheese with finely chopped fresh pepper or dried pepper flakes and salt to taste. For homemade curds, heat a yogurt- or buttermilk-based dairy mixture until it separates, then drain and cool it before seasoning.
Keep curd cheese with pepper refrigerated in a clean, airtight container and follow the package’s use-by date. Avoid leaving it at room temperature for extended periods, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture changes noticeably.
Yes, curd cheese with pepper can be frozen, but thawing may make it wetter and more crumbly. Freeze it in airtight portions and thaw it in the refrigerator; use thawed cheese in cooked fillings rather than expecting its original fresh texture.
Curd cheese with pepper can be mild or spicy depending on the pepper used. Sweet peppers add flavor without much heat, while hot pepper flakes make it noticeably spicier; taste a small amount first if you are unsure how hot your variety is.
Curd cheese with pepper can replace feta in some savory fillings, but it is usually softer and may have a different saltiness and tang. Taste the curd first, adjust added salt, and drain it if the filling needs to stay firm.
Yes, curd cheese with pepper pairs well with eggs in an omelet or scramble. Add it near the end of cooking so the curds warm through without drying out, and taste before adding salt because the cheese may already be seasoned.
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Biotin
1.55µg · 5% DV
Vitamin C
4.6mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
123mg · 18% DV
Sodium
210mg · 9% DV
Selenium
4.9µg · 9% DV
Calcium
83mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
93mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 78 calories in 1 serving (medium) (50 g):
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Curd cheese with pepper is a Turkish preparation of çökelek, a fresh curd made by heating yogurt or ayran, mixed with pepper. The pepper may be mild or hot, and recipes vary by region and household.
In Turkey, it is often served at breakfast with bread, tomatoes and olives, or set out as part of a meze spread. Its tangy, salty curds and peppery bite make it easy to pair with fresh vegetables or tuck into a sandwich. It is a protein-rich fresh cheese, providing 18.2 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter meal, serve a modest portion with plenty of vegetables and bread.
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
2.45g
MONOUNSATURATED
1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.