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Soft, low-fat cheese; good source of protein and calcium
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Ekici Ricotta Cheese (30 g) has 52 calories. That works out to 174 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.9 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 96 mg of Calcium covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
52
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.9g
· 0% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
4g
· 5% 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 26% · Fat 67%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 52 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.43 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 33 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.9 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 52 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 87 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 104 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 200 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 435 kcal |
Calculated from 174 calories per 100 g.
Ekici Ricotta Cheese works in both savoury and sweet dishes. Stir it into pasta, use it in lasagna or ravioli filling, or spread it on toast with herbs. Its soft, moist curds add creaminess without making a dish taste strongly of cheese.
No, Ekici Ricotta Cheese is not the same as cottage cheese. Ricotta is typically smooth and finely curded, while cottage cheese has larger, distinct curds and a tangier taste. They can sometimes substitute for one another, but the texture and flavour of a recipe will change.
Yes, Ekici Ricotta Cheese can be used in cheesecake, especially when you want a softer, slightly grainy filling. For a smoother result, blend or press it before mixing it with the other ingredients. It may give a different texture from a cheesecake made with cream cheese.
No, Ekici Ricotta Cheese does not melt into a stretchy layer like mozzarella. It softens when heated and gives fillings and sauces a creamy, curdy texture. Use it inside baked pasta or lasagna, and add a melting cheese separately if you want a browned, stretchy topping.
Yes, you can freeze Ekici Ricotta Cheese, but thawing may make it watery or grainier. It is best used after thawing in cooked dishes such as pasta fillings, baked casseroles or lasagna rather than eaten plain. Thaw it in the refrigerator and do not refreeze it.
Keep Ekici Ricotta Cheese refrigerated after opening, in its original container or a clean, tightly covered container. Use a clean spoon each time and avoid leaving it out at room temperature. Follow the package’s instructions for how soon to use it once opened.
Ekici Ricotta Cheese has a mild, milky flavour and a soft, creamy texture with fine curds. It is not as tangy as cottage cheese, so it pairs well with fruit and honey as well as savoury ingredients such as herbs, spinach or tomatoes.
Yes, Ekici Ricotta Cheese can be eaten without cooking when it has been stored and handled properly. Spoon it onto toast, serve it with fruit, or add it to a cold salad. Keep it refrigerated and return it to the fridge after serving.
Sometimes, but Ekici Ricotta Cheese is lighter in texture and less tangy than cream cheese, so it will not behave the same in every recipe. It works well in fillings and baked dishes; for a smooth spread or frosting, blend it first and expect a softer result.
Ekici Ricotta Cheese can fit into a weight-loss meal because its protein can help make a meal more satisfying, but it does not cause weight loss on its own. Pair a modest amount with vegetables or whole grains rather than relying on it as the whole meal.
Vitamins
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
Vitamin A
36µg · 4% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
96mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
63mg · 9% DV
Selenium
2.25µg · 4% DV
Zinc
0.33mg · 3% DV
Sodium
33mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
42mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 52 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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Ekici Ricotta Cheese is a soft, moist cheese with fine, tender curds, inspired by Italian ricotta. Ricotta is traditionally made by reheating the whey left from cheesemaking; this style has a mild, gently milky flavour and a spoonable texture.
In Italian cooking, ricotta is used in pasta fillings, lasagne and desserts, or spread on bread. It also works well for an easy breakfast or snack with fruit, honey, herbs or roasted vegetables. It provides protein and calcium, with 11.2 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter meal, pair it with fresh vegetables or use it in place of a richer filling; its soft texture blends readily into both savoury and sweet dishes.
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 3
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.43g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.09g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.