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Semi-fat, fresh string cheese; source of protein and calcium
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Ekici semi-fat fresh string cheese (30 g) has 69 calories. That works out to 230 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 6.6 g of protein, 3.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 195 mg of Calcium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
69
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.6g
· 13% DV
Fat
3.9g
· 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 5% · Protein 41% · Fat 54%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 69 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.9 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.25 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 270 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.6 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 69 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 15 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 46 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 92 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 115 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 184 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 80 g | 184 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 200 g | 460 kcal |
Calculated from 230 calories per 100 g.
Ekici semi-fat fresh string cheese is a fresh Turkish cheese made in strands that can be pulled apart. Its stringy texture makes it easy to serve as a snack or use in breakfast dishes and cooked recipes.
You can eat Ekici semi-fat fresh string cheese cold by pulling it into strands, or add it to a sandwich, toast, or savory pastry. It also works on a breakfast plate with bread and fresh vegetables.
Yes, Ekici semi-fat fresh string cheese softens and melts when heated. Its texture can stay stringy rather than becoming completely smooth, so pull it into smaller strands before adding it to toast or a baked filling.
Keep Ekici semi-fat fresh string cheese refrigerated after opening, sealed in its original packaging or in a clean airtight container. Follow the package’s storage directions and use-by date, and avoid leaving the fresh cheese at room temperature for long.
Yes, you can freeze Ekici semi-fat fresh string cheese, but freezing may change its texture and make the strands less easy to separate. After thawing it in the refrigerator, use it in a cooked dish rather than expecting its original fresh texture.
Ekici semi-fat fresh string cheese is a Turkish fresh cheese shaped into pull-apart strands, while mozzarella is a distinct cheese with its own production and texture. They can both be used in some heated dishes, but they are not interchangeable in every recipe.
Yes, Ekici semi-fat fresh string cheese can be used in cooked dishes such as pastries, flatbreads, and toast. Tear the strands into smaller pieces so they spread through the filling, and taste the other ingredients before adding salt.
No, Ekici semi-fat fresh string cheese does not have to be pulled apart before eating. Separating the strands is simply a convenient way to serve it, and smaller pieces are useful when adding it to sandwiches or recipes.
Bread, tomatoes, cucumbers, and olives pair well with Ekici semi-fat fresh string cheese. For a warm meal, add it to a savory pastry or flatbread; its mild, fresh taste works with herbs and vegetables too.
Yes, Ekici semi-fat fresh string cheese can be packed for lunch if it stays cold. Use an insulated lunch bag with a cold pack, and refrigerate it on arrival when possible rather than leaving fresh cheese warm for hours.
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
66µg · 7% DV
B5
0.21mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Calcium
195mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
126mg · 18% DV
Sodium
270mg · 12% DV
Zinc
0.96mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
33mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 69 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Ekici semi-fat fresh string cheese is a Turkish fresh cheese shaped into fine strands that can be pulled apart by hand. It has a mild, milky flavour, a little saltiness and a soft, springy texture. In Turkey, it is often served at breakfast with bread, olives and tomatoes, or enjoyed as a simple snack with tea. The strands also work well in toasties and savoury pastries.
It provides protein and calcium; each 100 g contains 22 g of protein. Pair it with fresh vegetables or wholegrain bread for a balanced, satisfying snack.
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
2.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.