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Low-fat, high-protein Turkish lor cheese
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Kaanlar Lor Cheese (50 g) has 60 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.5 g of carbs, 9 g of protein, 2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 50 g
60
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
1.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% DV
Fat
2g
· 3% 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 10% · Protein 60% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 60 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.25 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 175 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
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) | 50 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 12 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 24 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 25 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 96 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Kaanlar Lor Cheese is a soft, moist Turkish cheese with fine, crumbly curds. Traditional lor is often made by heating whey to collect its proteins, though production methods can vary; the product information does not establish this brand’s exact method.
No, Kaanlar Lor Cheese is not simply ricotta under another name. Both are soft, whey-associated cheeses, but lor is a Turkish cheese and its texture and flavour vary by producer; ricotta is traditionally an Italian cheese with its own production style.
Eat Kaanlar Lor Cheese crumbled on toast, mixed with fresh herbs, or served alongside vegetables for breakfast. It also works stirred into pasta or spooned into a savoury filling; taste it first before adding salt, since seasoning can vary.
Yes, Kaanlar Lor Cheese works well as a börek filling. Mix it with chopped parsley and egg, then spread it between pastry layers; if the cheese seems especially moist, drain it first to help keep the pastry from becoming soggy.
No, Kaanlar Lor Cheese does not melt into stretchy strings like mozzarella. It generally stays crumbly as it heats and can dry out, so mix it into a dish near the end of cooking or use it in a moist filling.
Keep opened Kaanlar Lor Cheese covered in the refrigerator and use a clean utensil each time. Follow the package’s storage and use-by instructions; discard the cheese if you notice mould, an unusual colour, or an off smell.
Yes, you can freeze Kaanlar Lor Cheese, although thawing may make its texture more watery or grainy. Freeze it in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and use the thawed cheese in cooked dishes such as börek or pasta.
Kaanlar Lor Cheese can contribute protein to a meal, making it a useful option for people who train. Pair it with other foods to make a satisfying meal; the cheese alone does not build muscle without suitable training and overall nutrition.
Kaanlar Lor Cheese can fit into a weight-loss meal because it provides protein and is relatively low in fat. It does not cause weight loss by itself; combine a suitable portion with vegetables or other filling foods for a balanced meal.
Not necessarily: Kaanlar Lor Cheese is a dairy cheese and may contain lactose. The amount can vary with how it is made, and the available product facts do not specify its lactose content, so do not assume it is lactose-free.
Vitamins
B12
0.35µg · 15% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B5
0.25mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
150mg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
100mg · 14% DV
Sodium
175mg · 8% DV
Selenium
3.5µg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
45mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 60 calories in 1 serving (medium) (50 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.
Kaanlar Lor Cheese is a fresh Turkish curd cheese, traditionally made from the whey left after cheesemaking. It has fine, moist curds and a mild flavour, with a soft, loosely crumbly texture; some lor varieties are also made with milk.
In Turkey, it is often served at breakfast with vegetables, olives and bread, or used as a filling for börek and other savoury pastries. You can enjoy it similarly at home, stirred with herbs or spooned onto toast. It is notably high in protein and relatively low in fat, with 18 g of protein per 100 g. Pair it with fresh vegetables for a simple, light meal.
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.
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 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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.