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Dil cheese (rennet) Calories
Soft, stringy, mildly salty, traditional Turkish cheese
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Dil cheese (rennet) (30 g) has 86 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 6.5 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 150 mg of Phosphorus covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Dil cheese (rennet) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g
86
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.5g
· 13% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% 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 2% · Protein 31% · Fat 67%
Dil cheese (rennet) nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 4.05 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 270 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.5 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.
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How Many Calories in 1 Slice of Dil cheese (rennet)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 171 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 570 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 400 g | 1140 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dil cheese (rennet)
What is Dil cheese?
Dil cheese is a traditional Turkish cheese with a soft, mildly salty texture that can be pulled into thin strands. Its name means “tongue” in Turkish, referring to the way the cheese separates into strips.
Why does Dil cheese pull apart into strands?
Dil cheese pulls into strands because its curd is worked and stretched during cheesemaking, aligning the cheese proteins. That gives it its characteristic stringy texture when pulled by hand or warmed.
What does rennet mean in Dil cheese?
Rennet is the enzyme used to coagulate milk into curds. Traditional şirden rennet comes from the stomach lining of a young ruminant; Dil cheese made with it is generally prepared from milk, rennet and salt.
Is Dil cheese the same as mozzarella?
No. Dil cheese and mozzarella can both be soft and stretchy, but they are different cheeses with distinct traditions and cheesemaking methods. Dil cheese is Turkish and is commonly eaten in thin, pull-apart strips.
How do you serve Dil cheese?
Dil cheese is often served plain at breakfast or as part of a Turkish cheese plate. Pull it into strips and pair it with bread, olives or tomatoes, or add it to a warm sandwich.
Does Dil cheese melt well?
Yes, Dil cheese softens and stretches when heated, making it useful in toasted sandwiches and other hot dishes. Heat it gently; prolonged or intense cooking can make the cheese release moisture or turn rubbery.
Can you use Dil cheese in börek?
Yes, you can use Dil cheese as a börek filling. Tear or pull it into smaller strips and combine it with other filling ingredients so it spreads evenly between the pastry layers.
How should you store Dil cheese after opening?
Keep Dil cheese refrigerated in its original packaging or a tightly sealed container after opening. Avoid leaving it at room temperature for extended periods, and follow the use-by date and storage directions on the package.
Can you freeze Dil cheese?
Yes, Dil cheese can be frozen, but freezing may change its soft, stringy texture after thawing. If you freeze it, seal it well in a portion you can use at once and thaw it in the refrigerator.
How can you tell if Dil cheese has gone bad?
Discard Dil cheese if it develops mold, an unpleasant sour smell, a slimy surface or an unusual color. Keep it chilled; normal appearance alone does not make cheese safe if it has been stored improperly.
Dil cheese (rennet) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
69µg · 8% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
150mg · 21% DV
Calcium
210mg · 21% DV
Sodium
270mg · 12% DV
Zinc
0.75mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
24mg · 1% DV
Dil cheese (rennet) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Dil cheese (rennet)
To burn the 86 calories in 1 slice (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Dil cheese (rennet)?
Dil cheese (rennet) is a Turkish cheese made by setting milk with traditional rennet, then kneading the curd while warm so it forms soft, separable strands. Mildly salty and pleasantly chewy, it is commonly served at breakfast in Turkey, either pulled into strips or sliced. It also melts well in toasties and sandwiches, and can be tucked into pastries.
It provides substantial protein as well as fat, with 21.5 g of protein per 100 g, and very little carbohydrate. Pair it with fresh tomatoes, cucumber or herbs for a lighter plate, and taste before adding extra salt.
How Nutritious Is Dil cheese (rennet)?
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 Dil cheese (rennet) Processed?
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.
Does Dil cheese (rennet) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Dil cheese (rennet) Good For?
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
Dil cheese (rennet) Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.5:1).
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