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Salty, aged white cheese; rich in protein and calcium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Gülüm cheese (30 g) has 89 calories. That works out to 295 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 5.3 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 30 g
89
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
5.3g
· 11% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 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 24% · Fat 73%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 89 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.56 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.21 g | |
| Sodium | 345 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% |
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) | 30 g | 89 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 30 g | 89 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 89 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 148 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 177 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 177 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 295 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 120 g | 354 kcal |
Calculated from 295 calories per 100 g.
Gülüm cheese is a salty, aged white cheese. You can serve it at breakfast, crumble it over salads, or use it as a filling in baked dishes such as börek.
Gülüm cheese tastes salty and savory, with a firmer, more mature character than a fresh, mild cheese. Its exact texture and intensity can vary, so taste it before adding extra salt to a recipe.
No, Gülüm cheese is not automatically the same as feta. Both can be salty white cheeses, but their flavor, texture, and production can differ; feta may work as a substitute, though the result will not be identical.
Gülüm cheese is often eaten in slices or crumbled, especially with bread and fresh vegetables. It also works in sandwiches and salads; because it is salty, taste the finished dish before seasoning it further.
Yes, Gülüm cheese can be used in cooked dishes as a salty filling or topping. It softens with heat but may crumble rather than turn stretchy, making it a better fit for börek or savory pastries than for a gooey cheese topping.
Keep Gülüm cheese refrigerated in a covered container, preferably in its brine if it came packed in brine. Use clean utensils when serving, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes noticeably.
Yes, Gülüm cheese can be frozen, but thawing may make its texture drier or more crumbly. Freeze it in a well-sealed portion and save thawed cheese for cooked dishes rather than serving it in slices.
Yes, Gülüm cheese can replace feta in many salads and savory fillings, but expect a different flavor and texture. Since Gülüm cheese is salty, reduce any added salt and adjust after tasting.
Gülüm cheese softens when heated but may not melt into a smooth, stretchy layer. It is useful crumbled into a warm filling or baked dish; combine it with a better-melting cheese if you want a gooier result.
Fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and bread pair well with Gülüm cheese because they complement its salty flavor. You can also crumble it into a salad or serve it with fruit for a simple snack.
Vitamins
B12
0.33µg · 14% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
66µg · 7% DV
Biotin
0.9µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
345mg · 15% DV
Calcium
144mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
96mg · 14% DV
Zinc
0.72mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 89 calories in 1 serving (medium) (30 g):
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Gülüm cheese is a salty, aged white cheese with a firm, substantial texture. The name identifies a particular cheese product, though the available information does not specify a region or a particular production tradition. Its savoury saltiness makes it enjoyable on its own or as a bold addition to a meal.
In Turkey, white cheeses like this are commonly served at breakfast with bread, tomatoes, olives and cucumber, and can also be crumbled over salads or used in savoury pastries. Elsewhere, try it on a simple cheese board or alongside fresh vegetables. It provides protein, with 17.5 g per 100 g; pair its salty flavour with unsalted bread or crisp produce, and keep the portion modest for a lighter plate.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.83g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.