Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
High-protein egg dish with Cretan-style cheese spread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Eggs with Cretan spread (180 g) has 353 calories. That works out to 196 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.6 g of carbs, 20.2 g of protein, 27.7 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 32.4 µg of Biotin covers 108% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 2 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
353
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
5.6g
· 2% DV
Protein
20.2g
· 40% DV
Fat
27.7g
· 36% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 6% · Protein 23% · Fat 71%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 353 kcal | |
| Total fat | 27.7 g | 36% |
| Saturated fat | 9.18 g | 46% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 626 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.6 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% |
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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.

| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 353 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 98 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 196 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 100 g | 196 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 140 g | 274 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 170 g | 333 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 490 kcal |
Calculated from 196 calories per 100 g.
Eggs with Cretan spread are a dish of eggs served with a savory, Cretan-style cheese mixture. The spread is often spooned over sliced or halved eggs, making the dish a simple option for breakfast, brunch, or a light meal.
To make eggs with Cretan spread, boil the eggs, cool and slice or halve them, then spoon the cheese spread over the top. Finish with herbs or a little olive oil, and serve once the flavors have come together.
The spread for eggs with Cretan spread commonly combines a soft cheese such as feta or ricotta-style cheese with olive oil, herbs, and sometimes garlic or walnuts. Recipes vary, so the texture and seasoning depend on the cheese and additions used.
A crumbly, tangy cheese such as feta works well in eggs with Cretan spread, while a milder fresh cheese makes a softer-tasting mixture. If the cheese is already salty, taste the spread before adding extra salt.
Eggs with Cretan spread are most often made with boiled eggs, which hold their shape under the thick cheese mixture. You can use fried eggs as a variation, but a runny yolk will mix into the spread and change its texture.
The spread in eggs with Cretan spread is often a Cretan-style mixture rather than simply mashed feta. It may include fresh herbs, olive oil, garlic, or walnuts, giving it a different texture and flavor; ingredients vary by recipe.
Serve eggs with Cretan spread with crusty bread, fresh vegetables, or olives. Bread is especially useful for scooping up the cheese mixture, while tomatoes and cucumbers add a fresh contrast to its rich, savory flavor.
Yes, you can make eggs with Cretan spread without walnuts. Leave them out and adjust the texture with a little olive oil or extra cheese; chopped herbs can still add freshness and flavor to the mixture.
Yes, prepare the spread and boil the eggs ahead, but store them separately in the refrigerator. Assemble eggs with Cretan spread shortly before serving so the mixture stays thick and the eggs do not become watery.
Keep leftover eggs with Cretan spread covered in the refrigerator and eat them within two days. The cheese mixture may soften as it sits, so avoid leaving the dish at room temperature for an extended period.
Vitamins
Biotin
32.4µg · 108% DV
B12
1.71µg · 71% DV
B2
0.61mg · 47% DV
Vitamin A
324µg · 36% DV
Minerals
Selenium
34µg · 62% DV
Phosphorus
353mg · 50% DV
Sodium
626mg · 27% DV
Iodine
40µg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
263mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 353 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Eggs with Cretan spread pairs eggs with a savoury, cheese-based spread inspired by Cretan cooking. The spread is commonly flavoured with herbs and may include walnuts and olive oil; the eggs make it a more substantial dish than the spread served on its own.
In Turkey, it can appear at breakfast or as part of a meze table, with bread for scooping or fresh vegetables alongside. Its creamy, tangy, herb-rich flavour complements the mild taste of egg. It is a protein-rich option, while much of its fat comes from the cheese and oil in the spread. Use a modest amount of spread and add tomatoes, cucumber or leafy greens for a lighter plate.
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
9.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.2:1).
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.