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Kashar cheese-filled, energy-dense appetizer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Kashar cheese-filled appetizer (60 g) has 174 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 12 g of carbs, 6.9 g of protein, 10.8 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 132 mg of Phosphorus covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
174
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
12g
· 4% DV
Protein
6.9g
· 14% DV
Fat
10.8g
· 14% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 28% · Protein 16% · Fat 56%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 174 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.8 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 5.04 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 312 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% |
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 piece (medium) | 60 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 261 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 435 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 180 g | 522 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 638 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
A Kashar cheese-filled appetizer is a savory starter with Kashar cheese tucked inside an outer layer. That layer may be pastry, vegetables, or another ingredient, so the exact shape and texture vary by recipe.
To make a Kashar cheese-filled appetizer, enclose Kashar in the recipe’s outer layer and seal the edges before cooking. The base determines whether it is baked or pan-fried; avoid overfilling so the cheese stays inside.
A Kashar cheese-filled appetizer can leak when it is overfilled or its edges are not sealed tightly. Keep the cheese away from the edges, press the seam closed, and check for small tears before cooking.
A Kashar cheese-filled appetizer can be baked or fried, depending on its outer layer and recipe. Pastry versions may be baked, while some coated versions are fried; follow the method suited to the base rather than assuming one method fits all.
Serve a Kashar cheese-filled appetizer hot with a fresh salad, a tomato-based dip, or a cooling yogurt sauce. These sides complement the rich melted cheese without competing with the appetizer’s flavor.
Yes, you can assemble a Kashar cheese-filled appetizer ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until cooking. Cook it close to serving time to help the outside stay firm and reduce the chance of the filling escaping.
You can freeze a Kashar cheese-filled appetizer before cooking if its outer layer freezes well. Freeze the pieces separately first, then store them sealed; cook from frozen only if the recipe’s instructions allow it, since timing and texture can change.
Reheat a Kashar cheese-filled appetizer in an oven or air fryer to help the outside crisp up again. A microwave is convenient but can soften the coating; heat until the center is hot before serving.
Yes, mozzarella can replace Kashar in a Kashar cheese-filled appetizer, but the result will be milder and may release more moisture. Use a well-drained mozzarella so the filling is less likely to make the outer layer soggy.
Bake a Kashar cheese-filled appetizer instead of deep-frying it, and keep the outer layer thin. Serving a smaller piece alongside salad also makes this rich, cheese-filled starter easier to fit into a meal.
Vitamins
B12
0.33µg · 14% DV
Vitamin A
108µg · 12% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
132mg · 19% DV
Calcium
156mg · 16% DV
Sodium
312mg · 14% DV
Selenium
6.6µg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
90mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 174 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 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.
A Kashar cheese-filled appetizer has a savoury centre of kaşar, a Turkish semi-hard cheese; the outer layer can vary with the recipe. Served warm, the cheese may turn soft and stretchy, so let it cool briefly before taking a bite. It works as a small starter at a shared meal or as a savoury snack, with fresh vegetables or a simple salad to balance its richness. The cheese gives it a salty, full flavour, while the surrounding dough or coating can add a tender or crisp contrast. With cheese and a typically substantial outer layer, it is energy-dense; one medium piece is about 60 g. Pair it with lighter sides if you want a less rich 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.
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.