Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
High-protein strained cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Harras strained cheese (30 g) has 69 calories. That works out to 230 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.2 g of carbs, 3.5 g of protein, 5.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 54 µg of Vitamin A covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
69
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
3.5g
· 7% DV
Fat
5.6g
· 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 7% · Protein 20% · Fat 73%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 69 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 3.54 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 3.5 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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.

| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 69 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 20 g | 46 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 115 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 173 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 230 kcal |
Calculated from 230 calories per 100 g.
Harras strained cheese is a fresh cheese made by draining moisture from curds, giving it a thick, spreadable texture. The exact ingredients and manufacturing details can vary by product, so the package is the source for the specific formulation.
Harras strained cheese is not automatically interchangeable with cream cheese: the taste, texture, and richness can differ. It works well as a spread, but in frosting or cheesecake the difference may affect both the flavor and the final consistency.
Spread Harras strained cheese on bread or a wrap, then add vegetables, herbs, or eggs for a simple sandwich. Its thick texture helps it stay in place; taste it before adding salty ingredients such as olives or cured meat.
Yes, Harras strained cheese can be used in cheesecake, though the result may be denser or tangier than one made with cream cheese. Blend it until smooth first, and avoid swapping it in without adjusting the recipe's moisture and sweetness.
Keep Harras strained cheese refrigerated with the container tightly closed, and use a clean utensil each time you serve it. Follow the package's storage directions and date, and do not leave the cheese sitting out for an extended period.
Yes, Harras strained cheese can be frozen, but thawing may leave it grainy or watery. Freeze it in a sealed portion, thaw it in the refrigerator, and save it for cooked dishes or fillings rather than expecting its original spreadable texture.
Harras strained cheese softens when heated, but it may not melt into a smooth sauce like some melting cheeses. Stir it into a dish near the end of cooking or use it as a filling to avoid a separated or uneven texture.
Harras strained cheese can stand in for ricotta, but it is typically thicker and may taste more tangy. For a pasta filling or baked dish, loosen it with a little of the recipe's liquid and adjust seasoning after tasting.
Yes, Harras strained cheese makes a thick base for dips. Stir in chopped herbs, garlic, or lemon juice, adding liquid gradually if you want a looser consistency; taste before salting because the cheese itself may already be seasoned.
Harras strained cheese can make a filling snack because it provides protein and has a thick texture. Pair a modest serving with fruit, vegetables, or whole-grain crackers rather than relying on the cheese alone for a complete snack.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
54µg · 6% DV
B12
0.14µg · 6% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Biotin
0.96µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
126mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
32mg · 5% DV
Calcium
42mg · 4% DV
Iodine
5.4µg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
45mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 69 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Harras strained cheese is a fresh dairy cheese made by draining whey from the curds, giving it a thicker, spreadable texture. It tastes creamy and mildly tangy, and works well spread on toast or served with tomatoes, cucumbers and olives. In Turkey it is a natural fit for breakfast; it can also be stirred into a dip, used in sandwiches or added to savoury pastries. Its nutritional profile includes protein as well as a notable amount of fat, so pair it with fresh vegetables or herbs for a balanced, lighter plate. Dill, mint or a little chilli make simple additions.
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.
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 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
3.54g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.