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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Local pepper cheese (30 g) has 106 calories. That works out to 352 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 7.1 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 216 mg of Calcium covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g
106
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
7.1g
· 14% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 3% · Protein 27% · Fat 70%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 106 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 5.22 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.26 g | |
| Sodium | 276 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 7.1 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 slice (medium) | 30 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 45 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 176 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 60 g | 211 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 264 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 352 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 422 kcal |
Calculated from 352 calories per 100 g.
Local pepper cheese is a regional cheese prepared with peppers, though the base cheese and recipe vary by producer and place. It is not one standardized variety, so its texture, saltiness, and heat can differ from one product to another.
No, local pepper cheese is not necessarily pepper jack. Pepper jack is a specific American Monterey Jack cheese mixed with peppers, while local pepper cheese can use different regional cheeses and pepper blends.
Eat local pepper cheese with bread or crackers, or add it to a sandwich or cheese board. Pair it with mild ingredients such as cucumber or tomato to balance its pepper flavor without masking the cheese.
Local pepper cheese can range from mildly peppery to quite hot. The heat depends on whether the maker uses sweet or hot peppers and how much; tasting a small piece first is a practical way to judge it.
Local pepper cheese melts well only if its base cheese is a good melting cheese. Softer varieties usually soften into a smoother filling, while drier or crumbly ones may keep their shape, making them better for sprinkling into cooked dishes.
Use local pepper cheese in omelets, savory pastries, grilled sandwiches, or stuffed vegetables. Its salt and pepper already season a dish, so taste the filling before adding extra salt or chili.
Local pepper cheese pairs well with plain bread, fresh tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and mild fruit. Those sides offset the cheese’s savory pepper flavor; strong sauces or heavily spiced dishes can compete with it.
Keep local pepper cheese refrigerated and covered in its original packaging or a clean airtight container. Follow the package’s storage instructions, since fresh, brined, and aged regional cheeses do not all keep for the same length of time.
Yes, you can freeze local pepper cheese, but thawing may make it crumbly or change its texture. It is usually more suitable for cooked dishes after thawing than for serving in slices on a cheese board.
Yes, you can make a simple homemade version by mixing chopped or crumbled plain cheese with sweet or hot peppers. Keep it refrigerated in a clean, covered container, and use a little pepper first so you can adjust the heat.
Vitamins
B12
0.44µg · 18% DV
Vitamin A
73.5µg · 8% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
B5
0.14mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
216mg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
138mg · 20% DV
Sodium
276mg · 12% DV
Zinc
0.95mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
32mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 106 calories in 1 slice (medium) (30 g):
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Local pepper cheese is a regional-style cheese seasoned with peppers. The exact cheese and pepper blend can vary by producer, so some versions have a gentle warmth while others taste more distinctly spicy. It is typically enjoyed as part of a Turkish-style breakfast, alongside bread, tomatoes and olives, or served in small pieces with drinks as part of a meze spread.
Its savoury, peppery flavour also works well in sandwiches or melted over warm bread. With 23.5 g of protein per 100 g, it can make a filling addition to a meal; it is also relatively rich, so a modest slice with fresh vegetables is a good way to serve it if you want a lighter plate.
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 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
5.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.