1 serving (medium) of Menemen with Cheese (180 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.4 g of carbs, 13.5 g of protein, 16.6 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 14.4 µg of Biotin covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

What is Menemen with Cheese?

Menemen with Cheese is a Turkish breakfast dish made by gently cooking eggs with tomatoes and green peppers, then adding cheese so it softens into the mixture. The eggs are usually left soft rather than cooked into firm curds, and it is often brought to the table in the pan.

In Turkey, it is commonly eaten hot with bread for scooping, alongside tea and other breakfast staples. Elsewhere, it also makes an easy brunch or light supper. Eggs and cheese give it a satisfying amount of protein; serve it with a crisp salad, or use a little less cheese for a lighter meal.

Menemen with Cheese Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

140

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

5.2g

· 2% DV

Protein

7.5g

· 15% DV

Fat

9.2g

· 12% DV

Fiber

1.4g

· 5% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 16% · Protein 22% · Fat 62%

Menemen with Cheese Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

8µg · 27% DV

B12

0.6µg · 25% DV

Vitamin A

180µg · 20% DV

0.22mg · 17% DV

Minerals

Selenium

11µg · 20% DV

Phosphorus

120mg · 17% DV

Sodium

340mg · 15% DV

Calcium

140mg · 14% DV

How Nutritious Is Menemen with Cheese?

Nutrient density

High

60/ 100

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

Medium

44/ 100

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.

Menemen with Cheese Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Menemen with Cheese

To burn the 140 calories in 100 g:

🚶

35min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

14min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

19min

Cycling

🏊

16min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Menemen with 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 Menemen with Cheese Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free

Dairy yes

Eggs yes

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Menemen with 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

Menemen with Cheese Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.7g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.7g

POLYUNSATURATED

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 6.4:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (6.4:1).

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Frequently Asked Questions About Menemen with Cheese

What is Menemen with Cheese?

Menemen with Cheese is a Turkish skillet dish of eggs cooked softly with tomatoes and green peppers, then finished with cheese. It is commonly served hot for breakfast, often straight from the pan with bread.

How do you make Menemen with Cheese?

Cook sliced green peppers and chopped tomatoes in a pan until the tomatoes soften and lose some liquid. Stir in the eggs and cook gently until just set, then add cheese and let it melt before serving.

What cheese is best in Menemen with Cheese?

Kaşar is a good choice for Menemen with Cheese because it melts smoothly, while Turkish white cheese gives it a saltier, crumbly finish. Add salt only after tasting, since some cheeses are already quite salty.

Is Menemen with Cheese the same as shakshuka?

No. Menemen with Cheese usually has eggs stirred into a tomato-and-pepper mixture until softly scrambled, while shakshuka more often leaves eggs whole to poach in the sauce. Cheese is a possible variation, not a defining feature of shakshuka.

Why does Menemen with Cheese turn watery?

Menemen with Cheese turns watery when the tomatoes release liquid faster than it can evaporate. Let the tomato-and-pepper mixture cook down before adding eggs, and avoid covering the pan, which can trap steam.

Are the eggs in Menemen with Cheese supposed to be runny?

They are usually cooked softly rather than browned or dried out, but Menemen with Cheese does not have to be runny. Keep the pan over gentle heat and stop cooking when the eggs reach the texture you prefer.

Do you put onions in Menemen with Cheese?

You can make Menemen with Cheese with or without onions; both versions are found in Turkish home cooking. If using onion, soften it in the pan before adding peppers and tomatoes so it does not stay raw-tasting.

What do you eat with Menemen with Cheese?

Menemen with Cheese is commonly eaten with bread, which can be dipped into the soft egg and tomato mixture. For a fuller Turkish-style breakfast, serve it with tea and simple sides such as olives or sliced vegetables.

Can you make Menemen with Cheese ahead of time?

It is better to cook Menemen with Cheese just before serving because the eggs can become firm and the tomatoes may release more liquid as it sits. You can prepare the pepper-and-tomato base ahead, then add eggs and cheese when ready to eat.

How long does leftover Menemen with Cheese keep?

Store leftover Menemen with Cheese in a sealed container in the refrigerator and eat it the next day. Reheat it thoroughly over low heat; the eggs will likely be firmer than when freshly cooked.

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· Last updated: September 24, 2026