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Grated sepet cheese Calories
Aegean specialty, salty, semi-hard, grated cheese
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Grated sepet cheese (20 g) has 68 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 4.8 g of protein, 5.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 156 mg of Calcium covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Grated sepet cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
68
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
4.8g
· 10% DV
Fat
5.2g
· 7% 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%
Grated sepet cheese nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (20 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 68 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.2 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 3.3 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 220 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% |
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 2 Tablespoons of Grated sepet cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 10 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 25 g | 85 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 30 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 100 g | 340 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Grated sepet cheese
What is grated sepet cheese?
Grated sepet cheese is sepet cheese that has been shredded for cooking or topping dishes. This Aegean-style, semi-hard cheese is traditionally shaped in a basket mold, which gives the cheese its characteristic marks, and it has a salty flavor.
What does grated sepet cheese taste like?
Grated sepet cheese tastes savory and distinctly salty, with a firmer, more pronounced character than mild melting cheeses. Its flavor stands out in simple dishes, so try it before adding extra salt to a recipe.
Does grated sepet cheese melt well?
Yes, grated sepet cheese softens and melts when heated. It works well over pasta and in baked dishes, though the texture and degree of browning can vary with the cheese’s moisture and the way you cook it.
What can I use grated sepet cheese for?
Use grated sepet cheese as a topping for pasta, or add it to savory bakes, eggs, and salads. Its Aegean cheese flavor is especially noticeable in simple dishes; taste the finished food before seasoning it further.
Can I use grated sepet cheese instead of Parmesan?
Yes, grated sepet cheese can stand in for Parmesan in some dishes, but it will give them a different, saltier flavor. Start with less than the recipe calls for and adjust after tasting.
Is sepet cheese the same as feta?
No, sepet cheese is not feta. It is a Turkish cheese associated with basket-mold shaping and is typically semi-hard; feta is a different brined cheese with its own texture and flavor.
Is grated sepet cheese very salty?
Yes, grated sepet cheese is typically quite salty. It can season a dish as well as add cheese flavor, so reduce other salt in the recipe and taste before adding more.
How should I store grated sepet cheese after opening?
Keep opened grated sepet cheese in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Follow any shorter storage instructions on its package, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture changes noticeably.
Can you freeze grated sepet cheese?
Yes, you can freeze grated sepet cheese, though it may become drier or more crumbly after thawing. Use thawed cheese in cooked dishes such as pasta bakes, where a change in texture matters less.
What kind of milk is sepet cheese made from?
The milk used for sepet cheese can vary by producer, so the name alone does not identify a single milk type. Check the product’s packaging for the milk used in the particular grated cheese you are buying.
Grated sepet cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.34µg · 14% DV
Vitamin A
54µg · 6% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Biotin
0.5µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Calcium
156mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
106mg · 15% DV
Sodium
220mg · 10% DV
Zinc
0.64mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
18mg · 1% DV
Grated sepet cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Grated sepet cheese
To burn the 68 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (20 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 Grated sepet cheese?
Grated sepet cheese is the ready-to-use grated form of sepet cheese, a traditional semi-hard cheese from Turkey’s Aegean region. It is shaped in baskets, which leave a distinctive pattern, and has a savoury, salty flavour that stands up well in cooked dishes.
In Turkey it may be served at breakfast with bread and fresh vegetables, folded into pastries, or scattered over pasta and salads. Elsewhere, use it as a finishing cheese or in savoury bakes when you want a distinctive, salty note. It supplies protein and is also relatively high in fat, so a little can go a long way. Pair it with unsalted vegetables or dishes to keep the overall flavour balanced.
How Nutritious Is Grated sepet cheese?
Nutrient density
Medium
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 Grated sepet cheese Processed?
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.
Does Grated sepet cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Grated sepet cheese Good For?
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
Grated sepet cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.22g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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