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Goat Basket Cheese Calories
Salty goat-milk cheese providing protein and calcium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Goat Basket Cheese (30 g) has 88 calories. That works out to 292 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 6.1 g of protein, 6.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Goat Basket Cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 30 g
88
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.1g
· 12% DV
Fat
6.8g
· 9% 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 28% · Fat 69%
Goat Basket Cheese nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 88 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.8 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.38 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.21 g | |
| Sodium | 375 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Goat Basket Cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 15 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 50 g | 146 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 80 g | 234 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 292 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 100 g | 292 kcal |
Calculated from 292 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Goat Basket Cheese
What is Goat Basket Cheese?
Goat Basket Cheese is a goat-milk cheese shaped in a basket mold, which can leave a woven pattern on its surface. Its texture, salt level, and degree of aging vary by producer, so the name does not imply one fixed style.
How is Goat Basket Cheese made?
Goat Basket Cheese is made by curdling goat’s milk, draining the curds, and pressing them into basket-shaped molds. The mold gives the cheese its characteristic form; salting and aging methods can differ between producers.
What does Goat Basket Cheese taste like?
Goat Basket Cheese usually has a tangy, savory flavor with the distinctive aroma of goat’s milk. Fresh versions tend to taste milder, while more aged examples can have a firmer texture and a more pronounced flavor.
How do you eat Goat Basket Cheese?
Goat Basket Cheese can be sliced and eaten as it is, crumbled over salads, or added to sandwiches. Its saltiness can be prominent, so taste it before seasoning the rest of a dish.
Is Goat Basket Cheese the same as feta?
No, Goat Basket Cheese is not the same as feta. It is shaped in a basket mold and made from goat’s milk, while feta is a brined cheese with its own production traditions and may use different milk blends.
Can you cook with Goat Basket Cheese?
Yes, Goat Basket Cheese works in cooked dishes such as omelets, savory pastries, and warm salads. It may soften without melting smoothly, so crumble it into the dish or test a small piece before using it as a melting cheese.
How should Goat Basket Cheese be stored after opening?
Store Goat Basket Cheese in the refrigerator in a clean, airtight container. If it came in brine, keep it in that brine; otherwise wrap it well to limit drying, and follow any storage instructions on the package.
Can you freeze Goat Basket Cheese?
Yes, Goat Basket Cheese can be frozen, although freezing may make its texture more crumbly or dry after thawing. Use thawed cheese in cooked dishes, pastries, or omelets rather than relying on neat slices.
Is the basket pattern on Goat Basket Cheese edible?
Yes, the basket pattern is simply the impression left by the mold and is part of the cheese’s surface. Remove any external packaging, but the patterned cheese itself can be eaten.
Does Goat Basket Cheese have a rind?
Goat Basket Cheese does not always have a separate, firm rind; the outside may simply be the cheese surface marked by the basket mold. If a particular aged version has a dry outer layer, follow the producer’s guidance for that product.
Goat Basket Cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.42µg · 18% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
63µg · 7% DV
B5
0.14mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
375mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
114mg · 16% DV
Calcium
156mg · 16% DV
Zinc
0.84mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
33mg · 1% DV
Goat Basket Cheese Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Goat Basket Cheese
To burn the 88 calories in 1 serving (medium) (30 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.
What is Goat Basket Cheese?
Goat basket cheese is a Turkish cheese made from goat’s milk and shaped in a basket mould, which leaves a distinctive woven pattern on its surface. It is usually white and fairly firm, with a salty, tangy flavour and the characteristic aroma of goat’s milk.
In Turkey, it is often sliced for breakfast with bread, olives and tomatoes, or served alongside tea; it also works well crumbled into salads or tucked into pastries. It provides protein and calcium, while its rich, salty character means a little can go a long way. Pair it with fresh vegetables or unsalted bread for a more balanced plate.
How Nutritious Is Goat Basket Cheese?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Goat Basket Cheese Processed?
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.
Does Goat Basket Cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Goat Basket Cheese Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Goat Basket Cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.89g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.