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High in protein and calcium, low in carbs, nutritious breakfast option.
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Eggs with Cottage Cheese (120 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.8 g of carbs, 15 g of protein, 8.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 21.6 µg of Biotin covers 72% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Lor peynirli yumurta is a Turkish-style dish of softly scrambled eggs mixed with lor, a mild, fresh Turkish curd cheese. The cheese breaks into small, tender curds throughout the eggs, giving the dish a creamy, slightly crumbly texture without making it heavy.
In Turkey, it is commonly served warm for breakfast, with bread and often tomatoes, cucumber and tea. It makes a protein-rich, low-carbohydrate meal, and the lor adds calcium. For an easy lighter version, cook it with just a little oil and serve with fresh herbs or a simple salad; season after tasting, as the cheese may already be salty.
Selected: 100 g
120
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
2.3g
· 1% DV
Protein
12.5g
· 25% DV
Fat
7.1g
· 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 7% · Protein 41% · Fat 52%
Vitamins
Biotin
18µg · 60% DV
B12
1.1µg · 46% DV
B2
0.38mg · 29% DV
B5
1.2mg · 24% DV
Minerals
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
160mg · 23% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Calcium
110mg · 11% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 120 calories in 100 g:
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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.
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
2.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.9:1).
Cook beaten eggs gently in a pan, then fold in lor cheese near the end so the curds stay distinct and the eggs remain soft. Lor is a fresh Turkish whey cheese, not the same cheese as cottage cheese.
No. Lor is a fresh Turkish cheese usually made from whey, while cottage cheese is made from milk curds and has a different texture and flavor. You can substitute cottage cheese in the dish, but it may make the eggs wetter.
Add lor cheese once the eggs have begun to set, rather than at the start. It needs only a little time to warm through, and adding it late helps keep the curds intact and limits moisture in the pan.
Yes, spinach works well in eggs with lor cheese. Cook fresh spinach first until its released water has evaporated, then add the eggs and fold in the lor near the end; this helps prevent a watery scramble.
Eggs with lor cheese can turn watery when the cheese or vegetables release moisture, or when the eggs are cooked too long. Cook watery vegetables first, add the lor near the end, and take the pan off the heat while the eggs are still soft.
Parsley, dill, and chives pair well with eggs and lor cheese. Add chopped herbs near the end so their flavor stays fresh; if your lor is salty, taste the dish before adding extra salt.
Yes, you can cook eggs with lor cheese ahead, though they have the best texture freshly made. Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container, then reheat them thoroughly; avoid leaving cooked eggs at room temperature for an extended period.
Freezing eggs with lor cheese is not recommended for the best texture. The eggs may become rubbery and the lor can turn grainy or watery after thawing, so make a fresh portion when possible.
Yes, eggs with lor cheese make a protein-rich breakfast because both eggs and lor contribute protein. Serve them with vegetables or whole-grain toast if you want a more complete, filling meal.
Eggs with lor cheese can fit into a weight-loss eating plan and may help you feel satisfied because they contain protein. The amount of added cooking fat and what you serve alongside them also affect the meal.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.