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Traditional cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (thin) of Melhiç cheese (30 g) has 96 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 6 g of protein, 7.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 195 mg of Calcium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (thin) · 30 g
96
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
6g
· 12% DV
Fat
7.8g
· 10% 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 2% · Protein 25% · Fat 73%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 96 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 4.95 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 270 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6 g | 12% |
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 (thin) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 45 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 256 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Melhiç cheese is a traditional cheese. The name alone does not establish its milk source, exact recipe, or aging method, so check the producer’s description if those details matter for how you plan to serve or cook it.
Yes, Melhiç cheese is classified as processed because milk is transformed into cheese. That does not automatically mean it is a processed cheese spread or an ultra-processed product; those are different descriptions.
Serve Melhiç cheese in thin slices alongside bread and other breakfast foods. Its taste and texture can vary by producer, so try it on its own first before pairing it with stronger-flavoured foods.
Yes, you can try Melhiç cheese as a börek filling. Crumble or grate it and taste it before adding salt, since the cheese’s saltiness and moisture can vary; combining it with a milder cheese can balance the filling.
Melhiç cheese may soften when heated, but its melting behaviour can vary with the product’s moisture and make. Test a small piece before using it as the main cheese in a toast or baked dish.
I can’t reliably assign Melhiç cheese to a single region based on the name alone. Regional claims may refer to a particular producer or a similarly named cheese, so use the stated place of production for a specific product.
Keep opened Melhiç cheese refrigerated in a clean, airtight container. Cover the cut surface to reduce drying and odour absorption, and follow the package’s storage instructions because the product’s formulation and packaging can differ.
Yes, Melhiç cheese can be frozen, although freezing may make its texture crumbly after thawing. Wrap it airtight, thaw it in the refrigerator, and use it in cooked dishes if the changed texture is noticeable.
Choose a substitute for Melhiç cheese based on the role it plays in the dish: use a similar-tasting cheese for serving, or one with comparable melting behaviour for cooking. Taste before salting, since salt levels vary.
Discard Melhiç cheese if it develops an unusual foul smell, a slimy surface, unexpected mould, or swollen packaging. Since normal appearance differs among cheeses, don’t rely on appearance alone when the smell or packaging seems wrong.
Vitamins
B12
0.33µg · 14% DV
Vitamin A
78µg · 9% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Biotin
0.9µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
195mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
126mg · 18% DV
Sodium
270mg · 12% DV
Zinc
0.84mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 96 calories in 1 slice (thin) (30 g):
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Melhiç cheese is a traditional Turkish cheese made by curdling milk and working and salting the curds. Local methods of production and ageing can vary, so its firmness and saltiness may differ from one version to another.
In Turkey, it can be served in thin slices at breakfast with bread, tomatoes and olives, enjoyed alongside tea, or used in savoury pastries. It provides protein, while also being relatively high in fat: a 100 g portion contains 20 g of protein. For a lighter meal, pair a modest serving with plenty of 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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.95g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.13g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.