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Konya Tulum Cheese Calories
Rich, salty, firm Turkish cheese
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Konya Tulum Cheese (30 g) has 111 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 6.6 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 240 mg of Calcium covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Konya Tulum Cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g
111
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.6g
· 13% DV
Fat
9g
· 12% 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%
Konya Tulum Cheese nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 111 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 5.4 g | 27% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 540 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Slice of Konya Tulum Cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 296 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 150 g | 555 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Konya Tulum Cheese
What is Konya Tulum Cheese?
Konya Tulum Cheese is a firm, aged Turkish cheese associated with the Konya region. Traditionally made mainly from sheep’s milk and matured in a tulum-style process, it has a rich, salty flavor and is commonly eaten in small portions.
What does Konya Tulum Cheese taste like?
Konya Tulum Cheese tastes savory, distinctly salty, and more intense than a mild fresh cheese. Its firm, crumbly texture and depth of flavor make it a natural fit for bread, breakfast plates, and recipes that benefit from a punchy cheese.
How is Konya Tulum Cheese made?
Konya Tulum Cheese is traditionally made by curdling milk, draining the curds, salting them, and allowing the cheese to mature. The exact milk blend and aging conditions vary by producer, which can change its texture and strength.
How is Konya Tulum Cheese different from other tulum cheeses?
Konya Tulum Cheese is a regional style, not a single recipe shared by every tulum producer. Milk type, salting, and maturation differ among regions and makers, so Konya’s version can vary in firmness and flavor from other Turkish tulum cheeses.
How should you serve Konya Tulum Cheese?
Serve Konya Tulum Cheese in small pieces with bread, fresh vegetables, olives, or fruit. Its strong saltiness pairs well with fresh, mild accompaniments; it also works on a Turkish-style breakfast board alongside tomatoes and cucumber.
How do you store Konya Tulum Cheese after opening?
Wrap Konya Tulum Cheese well or keep it in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Airtight storage helps prevent the cut surface from drying out and stops the cheese from absorbing odors from other foods.
Does Konya Tulum Cheese melt well?
Konya Tulum Cheese softens when heated, but its firm, aged texture may not melt into a smooth, stretchy layer. Crumble or grate it into eggs, pastries, or flatbreads, and reduce added salt because the cheese is already salty.
Can you cook with Konya Tulum Cheese?
Yes, Konya Tulum Cheese can add a savory, salty flavor to omelets, pastries, salads, and stuffed flatbreads. Crumble it in rather than relying on it as a stretchy melting cheese, and taste the dish before adding extra salt.
What milk is used to make Konya Tulum Cheese?
Konya Tulum Cheese is traditionally made mainly from sheep’s milk, though some producers may use a different milk blend. That variation can affect the cheese’s flavor and texture, so the style is not identical from one maker to another.
Is Konya Tulum Cheese healthy to eat every day?
Konya Tulum Cheese can be part of meals, but its pronounced saltiness makes portion size worth considering, especially if you are limiting sodium. Pair a small amount with vegetables or other unsalted foods rather than adding it freely to every meal.
Konya Tulum Cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
Vitamin A
78µg · 9% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B5
0.18mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Calcium
240mg · 24% DV
Sodium
540mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
144mg · 21% DV
Zinc
1.05mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
Konya Tulum Cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Konya Tulum Cheese
To burn the 111 calories in 1 slice (medium) (30 g):
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What is Konya Tulum Cheese?
Konya Tulum Cheese is a firm, matured cheese from the Konya region of central Turkey. Traditionally made with sheep’s milk and aged in the tulum style, it has a savoury, distinctly salty character; modern versions can vary by producer in their milk and ageing methods.
In Turkey, it is commonly served at breakfast with bread, olives and fresh vegetables, and it also works well crumbled into salads or folded into pastries. For English-speaking readers, try it on a cheese board with fruit or alongside crusty bread. It is protein-rich but also high in fat and salt, so a modest slice brings plenty of flavour; pair it with fresh produce for a lighter plate.
How Nutritious Is Konya Tulum Cheese?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Konya Tulum Cheese Processed?
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.
Does Konya Tulum Cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Konya Tulum Cheese Good For?
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
Konya Tulum Cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.