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High-protein, salty hard cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (grated) of Grated Karas cheese (14 g) has 55 calories. That works out to 392 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.3 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 109.2 mg of Calcium covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (grated) · 14 g
55
KCAL / 14G
Carbs
0.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
3.6g
· 7% DV
Fat
4.3g
· 6% 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 2% · Protein 27% · Fat 71%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 55 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.3 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.72 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 165 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 3.6 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 (grated) | 14 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 7 g | 27 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (grated) | 22 g | 86 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (grated) | 28 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 ounce (grated) | 28 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 118 kcal |
| ½ cup (grated) | 44 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 196 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 cup (grated) | 88 g | 345 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 392 kcal |
Calculated from 392 calories per 100 g.
Grated Karas cheese is Karas cheese cut into small shreds. The name alone does not establish the milk type, aging method, or any added ingredients; those details can vary by product, so use the ingredient information on its packaging.
Add grated Karas cheese to pasta, soups, eggs, or baked dishes for a pronounced cheese flavor. It works as a topping or can be stirred into a hot dish; taste before adding salt because this cheese is salty.
Yes, grated Karas cheese can be frozen, though it may become drier or more crumbly after thawing. Freeze it in a sealed container and use the thawed cheese in cooked dishes, where a change in texture matters less.
Keep grated Karas cheese sealed in the refrigerator after opening and follow the package’s storage instructions and use-by date. Use a clean, dry utensil when serving it, since moisture can make the shreds clump and spoil sooner.
Yes, grated Karas cheese can stand in for Parmesan in many recipes, including pasta and soup. The flavors and saltiness are not identical, so add it gradually and taste the dish before seasoning it further.
Grated Karas cheese softens and melts when heated, but a hard cheese may not become as stretchy as some pizza cheeses. Add it near the end of baking if it browns or releases oil too quickly.
The names alone do not establish that grated Karas cheese and Kars cheese are the same product. Do not infer its origin or style from the similar spelling; rely on the product’s own description for those details.
Yes, grated Karas cheese sold as a ready-to-eat product can generally be eaten without cooking. Keep it refrigerated after opening and follow any preparation or storage directions printed on the package.
Grated Karas cheese can release some fat when exposed to strong or prolonged heat. Try lowering the oven temperature or adding the cheese later in cooking to reduce oiliness and excessive browning.
Yes, grated Karas cheese can be eaten during pregnancy if it is made with pasteurized milk and has been stored safely. If the package does not clarify pasteurization, ask your healthcare professional before eating it.
Vitamins
B12
0.17µg · 7% DV
Vitamin A
39.9µg · 4% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B5
0.06mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Calcium
109mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
73mg · 10% DV
Sodium
165mg · 7% DV
Zinc
0.48mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
13mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 55 calories in 2 tablespoon (grated) (14 g):
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Grated Karas cheese is Karas cheese shredded into fine pieces for easy use at the table and in cooking. It is a firm, salty cheese, and grating lets it melt or scatter more evenly than serving it in slices.
Its savoury, concentrated flavour works well over pasta, baked dishes and soups, or alongside bread and eggs. It is high in protein and also rich in fat; a 100 g portion provides 25.4 g of protein. Use a modest handful to add a pronounced cheesy finish, and balance its saltiness with fresh vegetables or reduce the added salt in the rest of the dish.
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.
Low
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 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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.13g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.