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Source of protein and calcium; high in sodium
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Kaanlar white cheese (30 g) has 80 calories. That works out to 265 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 6.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g
80
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
6.5g
· 8% 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 4% · Protein 24% · Fat 72%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.5 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 4.08 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.21 g | |
| Sodium | 330 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 5 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 45 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 133 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 60 g | 159 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 159 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 265 kcal |
Calculated from 265 calories per 100 g.
Keep Kaanlar white cheese refrigerated in a covered container, preferably in its brine, after opening. If there is no brine, use a clean sealed container and follow the package’s storage directions; discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Yes, you can freeze Kaanlar white cheese, but thawing may make it more crumbly or watery. It is usually better suited to cooked dishes such as pastries, omelets, or baked recipes after freezing than to serving in neat slices.
No. Kaanlar white cheese is a Turkish brined white cheese, while feta is a Greek cheese traditionally made from sheep’s milk or a sheep-and-goat milk blend. Their saltiness and texture can differ, so they are not always interchangeable in a recipe.
Kaanlar white cheese softens with heat but does not melt into long, stretchy strands like mozzarella. It can crumble or hold some shape in hot dishes, which makes it useful in fillings for pastries and omelets.
Yes, Kaanlar white cheese works well as a börek filling. Crumble it with a fork and combine it with herbs or other filling ingredients; if it tastes very salty, briefly soak it in cold water and drain it first.
Yes, Kaanlar white cheese is commonly eaten without cooking, for example with bread or in a salad. Keep it refrigerated after opening and avoid eating it if the package is damaged or the cheese develops an unusual smell or appearance.
To reduce the saltiness of Kaanlar white cheese, soak a portion in cold water before serving. A longer soak removes more salt but can also soften its flavor and texture; drain it well before adding it to a dish.
Kaanlar white cheese has the salty, tangy flavor typical of Turkish brined white cheese. Its exact firmness and intensity can vary, so taste a small piece before seasoning a recipe that includes it.
Yes, crumble Kaanlar white cheese over a salad or cut it into small cubes. Since the cheese is high in sodium, taste the dish before adding salt; it pairs naturally with tomatoes, cucumbers, and leafy greens.
Kaanlar white cheese is high in sodium, so people managing high blood pressure may need to limit their portion. If you have been advised to restrict salt or take blood-pressure medication, ask your doctor or dietitian what amount fits your plan.
Vitamins
B12
0.38µg · 16% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Vitamin A
54µg · 6% DV
Biotin
0.63µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Calcium
150mg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
102mg · 15% DV
Sodium
330mg · 14% DV
Selenium
4.2µg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 80 calories in 1 slice (medium) (30 g):
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Kaanlar white cheese is a Turkish brined white cheese, made from milk and kept in brine. It has a pleasantly salty, slightly tangy flavour and a soft texture that slices easily or crumbles into dishes. In Turkey, it is a familiar breakfast cheese, often served with bread, tomatoes, cucumbers and olives; it also works well in salads and savoury pastries. You can pair it with eggs for a more filling meal. It provides protein and calcium, with 16.5 g of protein per 100 g. Since it is high in sodium, use a modest portion if you are keeping the rest of your meal lighter, and serve it with fresh vegetables.
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
4.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.83g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.