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A dense, squat round of cheese has a deep reddish-brown, slightly rough rind and a cut face of pale ivory cheese with a fine, crumbly texture.
●Low GI
💪High Protein

Divle Tulum Cheese Calories

Traditional cave-aged tulum cheese, high in protein and calcium, rich flavor

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

370kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

110mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 slice (medium) of Divle Tulum Cheese (30 g) has 111 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 6.9 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 255 mg of Calcium covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Divle Tulum Cheese Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g

111

KCAL / 30G

Carbs

0.8g

· 0% DV

Protein

6.9g

· 14% DV

Fat

9g

· 12% 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 25% · Fat 72%

Divle Tulum Cheese nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (30 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories111 kcal
Total fat9 g12%
Saturated fat5.7 g29%
Trans fat0.33 g
Sodium510 mg22%
Total carbohydrate0.8 g0%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein6.9 g14%

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 Divle Tulum Cheese?

ServingAmountCalories
1 slice (medium)30 g111 kcal
1 g1 g4 kcal
1 slice (thin)20 g74 kcal
1 piece (small)40 g148 kcal
1 slice (thick)50 g185 kcal
1 serving (medium)60 g222 kcal
1 piece (large)80 g296 kcal
100 g100 g370 kcal
1 serving (large)100 g370 kcal

Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Divle Tulum Cheese

What is Divle Tulum Cheese?

Divle Tulum Cheese is a traditional Turkish cheese made in the Divle area of Karaman and matured in a natural cave. It is known for its bold, savory flavor and the distinctive reddish color that develops on its surface.

Why is Divle Tulum Cheese red?

The reddish color on Divle Tulum Cheese develops through contact with the natural microbial environment of the cave where it matures. It is not usually a sign that coloring was added, but discard cheese that has an unusual smell or other signs of spoilage.

Where is Divle Tulum Cheese made and aged?

Divle Tulum Cheese is made in the Divle area of Karaman, in central Türkiye, and aged in a local natural cave known as Divle Obruğu. The cave’s cool, humid conditions help shape the cheese’s characteristic flavor and surface.

How is Divle Tulum Cheese traditionally made?

Divle Tulum Cheese is traditionally made by curdling sheep’s milk, salting the curds, packing them into a skin casing, and aging the cheese in the cave. Producers may vary the milk blend and details of the process.

What does Divle Tulum Cheese taste like?

Divle Tulum Cheese has a rich, savory and often tangy flavor, with a firm, crumbly texture. Its cave aging gives it a more pronounced character than a mild fresh cheese, so a small piece can add plenty of flavor to a meal.

How is Divle Tulum Cheese different from other tulum cheeses?

Divle Tulum Cheese is distinguished by its origin in the Divle area and its traditional cave aging, which contribute to its characteristic flavor and reddish surface. Other tulum cheeses can be made with different milks and aged in different containers or conditions.

Can you eat the rind of Divle Tulum Cheese?

The clean, intact reddish cheese surface can generally be eaten, but the animal-skin casing used to age the cheese is packaging and should be removed. If the cheese has an unusual odor or visible spoilage, do not eat it.

How should you serve Divle Tulum Cheese?

Serve Divle Tulum Cheese in thin pieces with bread, fruit, or olives, or crumble a little over a salad. Its assertive, salty flavor pairs well with simple foods and can easily overwhelm delicate ingredients.

How should you store Divle Tulum Cheese after opening?

Wrap Divle Tulum Cheese tightly or place it in an airtight container and refrigerate it after opening. Keep the cut surface clean and dry, and store it away from strongly scented foods to help prevent flavor transfer.

Can you eat Divle Tulum Cheese during pregnancy?

During pregnancy, choose Divle Tulum Cheese only when it is clearly identified as made from pasteurized milk; traditional versions may use raw milk. If the milk status is unclear, avoid it and ask your healthcare professional for advice.

Divle Tulum Cheese Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.48µg · 20% DV

B2

0.14mg · 11% DV

Vitamin A

78µg · 9% DV

B5

0.15mg · 3% DV

Minerals

Calcium

255mg · 26% DV

Phosphorus

162mg · 23% DV

Sodium

510mg · 22% DV

Zinc

0.96mg · 9% DV

Potassium ⭐

33mg · 1% DV

Divle Tulum Cheese Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Divle Tulum Cheese

To burn the 111 calories in 1 slice (medium) (30 g):

🚶

27min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

11min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

15min

Cycling

🏊

13min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Divle Tulum Cheese?

Divle Tulum Cheese is a traditional Turkish cheese associated with Divle, a village in Karaman province. Usually made from sheep’s milk, it is packed in a skin and matured in the cool Divle Obruk cave. Aging gives it a bold, savoury, slightly tangy flavour and a firm texture that breaks into crumbly pieces.

In Turkey, it is enjoyed at breakfast with bread and tea, or served in small amounts as part of a meze spread. Its rich taste makes it satisfying, and it is a protein-rich cheese; a 100 g portion provides 23 g of protein. Try a thin slice with tomatoes, cucumber and fresh greens, or crumble a little over a salad when you want its distinctive flavour without making it the centre of the meal.

How Nutritious Is Divle Tulum Cheese?

Nutrient density

High

65/ 100

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

Low

33/ 100

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 Divle Tulum Cheese 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 Divle Tulum Cheese Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Divle Tulum Cheese Good For?

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

Divle Tulum Cheese Fat Profile

SATURATED

5.7g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.55g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.36g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 3.8:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.