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Traditional Turkish white cheese, rich and salty flavor, blend of sheep, goat, and cow milk
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 slice (medium) of Ezine white cheese (40 g) has 116 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.9 g of carbs, 6.6 g of protein, 9.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Ezine white cheese is a traditional Turkish white cheese associated with Ezine, in Çanakkale province. It is made from a blend of sheep’s, goat’s and cow’s milk. The cheese is ivory-white, with a firm yet crumbly texture and a rich, distinctly salty flavour.
In Turkey it is a familiar part of breakfast, often served with bread, tomatoes and olives, and it also works well in börek or salads. For readers elsewhere, try it alongside fresh vegetables or crusty bread; its savoury intensity makes a little go a long way. It provides protein as well as a substantial amount of fat, so it is satisfying but not especially light. If you are watching salt, use a modest portion and avoid adding extra salt to the rest of the meal.
Selected: 100 g
290
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
16.5g
· 33% DV
Fat
23.5g
· 30% 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 3% · Protein 23% · Fat 74%
Vitamins
B12
1.3µg · 54% DV
B2
0.36mg · 28% DV
Vitamin A
220µg · 24% DV
B5
0.5mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
390mg · 56% DV
Sodium
1200mg · 52% DV
Calcium
480mg · 48% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% 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 290 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
— 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
14.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Ezine white cheese is a traditional Turkish brined cheese associated with the Ezine area of Çanakkale. It is known for its savory, salty flavor and may be made from a blend of sheep’s, goat’s, and cow’s milk.
Ezine white cheese is similar to feta in being brined and tangy, but it has its own Turkish style and may use a blend of sheep’s, goat’s, and cow’s milk. Its flavor and texture vary by maker, so it is not simply another name for feta.
Feta is the closest easy-to-find substitute for Ezine white cheese in many recipes. It is also brined and crumbly, but can taste sharper or saltier, so taste it first and adjust any added salt.
Ezine white cheese is often eaten in slices as part of a Turkish breakfast, with bread, olives, and fresh vegetables. You can also crumble it over salads or pair it with fruit when you want to balance its salty flavor.
Yes, Ezine white cheese works well crumbled over salads, especially with tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and herbs. Since it is already salty, dress the salad before adding extra salt and taste the finished dish first.
Ezine white cheese keeps best refrigerated in a sealed container, covered by its brine. Use it within the time stated on its package; keep serving utensils clean and discard it if you notice mold, an unusual smell, or a changed texture.
Yes, Ezine white cheese can be used in savory pastries, omelets, and baked dishes. It softens and may crumble when heated rather than melting into long, stretchy strands, so it is not a direct replacement for mozzarella.
Yes, you can freeze Ezine white cheese, but freezing can make its texture drier and more crumbly after thawing. Freeze it in a tightly sealed portion and save it for cooked dishes rather than serving it as neat slices.
Ezine white cheese is salty because brining is part of how this style of cheese is preserved and matured. If its flavor is too strong for a recipe, briefly soaking a portion in cold water can reduce some surface salt.
Often, yes: Ezine white cheese is traditionally associated with a blend that can include sheep’s, goat’s, and cow’s milk. The exact blend can differ between products, so the package is the best source for the milk used in a particular cheese.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.