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Salad made with Erzincan tulum cheese and fresh vegetables, rich in protein and calcium.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Erzincan tulum cheese salad (120 g) has 192 calories. That works out to 160 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.4 g of carbs, 9 g of protein, 12 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
192
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
8.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% DV
Fat
12g
· 15% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 19% · Protein 20% · Fat 61%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 192 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 7.44 g | 37% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 576 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
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 serving (medium) | 120 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra small) | 40 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 60 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 128 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 220 g | 352 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 250 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 160 calories per 100 g.
Erzincan tulum cheese salad is a fresh vegetable salad topped with Erzincan tulum, a distinctive aged Turkish cheese. The cheese adds a crumbly texture and a savory, tangy flavor, so the dressing is usually kept simple.
Make Erzincan tulum cheese salad by tossing chopped fresh vegetables with olive oil and lemon, then adding crumbled cheese. Add the cheese just before serving so it stays distinct rather than dissolving into the dressing.
Tomatoes, cucumber and leafy greens work especially well in Erzincan tulum cheese salad. Pepper, parsley or arugula can add crunch or a peppery note; choose vegetables that will not overpower the cheese’s assertive flavor.
A simple olive oil and lemon dressing suits Erzincan tulum cheese salad best. The cheese is already savory and can be quite salty, so taste the salad before adding salt and avoid heavy, creamy dressings that mask its flavor.
Yes, you can make Erzincan tulum cheese salad with another crumbly, tangy cheese, but the result will not taste exactly the same. Since saltiness varies between cheeses, adjust the dressing only after tasting.
No, Erzincan tulum cheese salad includes crumbled tulum cheese, while Turkish shepherd’s salad is usually made from chopped vegetables without cheese. The cheese makes this version richer in flavor and changes how much salt the dressing needs.
Crumble the cheese for Erzincan tulum cheese salad if you want it distributed through the vegetables. Small slices also work when you want more pronounced bites of cheese, but avoid mixing too vigorously or the pieces may break down.
Serve Erzincan tulum cheese salad alongside grilled meat, chicken or bread-based meals. It can also make a light meal on its own with bread, since the vegetables and strongly flavored cheese provide plenty of contrast in each bite.
You can chop the vegetables for Erzincan tulum cheese salad ahead, but keep the dressing and cheese separate until serving. Once dressed, juicy vegetables soften and release liquid, making the salad less crisp.
Store leftover Erzincan tulum cheese salad in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it soon. Dressed salad tends to become watery and limp as it sits, so keep undressed vegetables separate when preparing extra portions.
Vitamins
B12
0.84µg · 35% DV
Vitamin C
16.8mg · 19% DV
Vitamin K
21.6µg · 18% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Calcium
264mg · 26% DV
Sodium
576mg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
132mg · 19% DV
Zinc
1.2mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
264mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 192 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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Erzincan tulum cheese salad combines fresh vegetables with crumbled tulum, a distinctive Turkish cheese associated with Erzincan. Its savoury, tangy flavour and firm, crumbly texture bring plenty of character to crisp ingredients such as tomatoes, cucumber and leafy greens; recipes vary with the season and the cook.
In Turkey, it is often served alongside a main meal or as part of a spread of small dishes, and it works just as well as a light lunch with bread. The cheese contributes protein and calcium, while the vegetables add freshness and fibre. For a lighter bowl, use a modest amount of cheese and build up the greens and other vegetables.
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
7.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.