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Traditional peppered cheese, high in protein and salty
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Pepper soka cheese (30 g) has 86 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.3 g of carbs, 5.6 g of protein, 6.5 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 156 mg of Calcium covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 30 g
86
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
5.6g
· 11% DV
Fat
6.5g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 6% · Protein 26% · Fat 68%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.5 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 4.02 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.21 g | |
| Sodium | 294 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% |
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 (small) | 30 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 20 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 143 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 228 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 serving (whole) | 100 g | 285 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Pepper soka cheese is a Balkan-style cheese preparation combining cheese with peppers, often through stuffing or fermentation. Recipes vary by family and region, so the texture can range from crumbly and tangy to soft and spreadable.
Pepper soka cheese tastes tangy, salty, and savoury, with the pepper adding freshness and sometimes heat. The balance changes with the cheese and pepper used, so some versions are creamy and mild while others are sharper or spicier.
Pepper soka cheese is commonly eaten as a cold spread or relish, especially with bread. It also works in a sandwich or as part of a mezze-style plate, where plain vegetables help balance its salty, peppery flavour.
Pepper soka cheese is traditionally prepared by combining cheese with peppers or stuffing peppers with a cheese mixture, then allowing the mixture to develop its flavour. Methods differ across households; use a reliable food-safe recipe if making a fermented version.
Pepper soka cheese is associated with Balkan food traditions and has been carried into home cooking by Balkan communities abroad. Soka recipes are not completely standardised, so ingredients and preparation can differ from one family or region to another.
Pepper soka cheese can be mild or spicy; its heat depends on the type and amount of pepper in the recipe. The name alone does not guarantee a strong chilli kick, so taste a small amount first if you are sensitive to heat.
Yes, pepper soka cheese can be stirred into eggs, spread in a toastie, or used to season pasta. Its saltiness is concentrated, so taste the dish before adding extra salt, and add the cheese near the end if you want its flavour to remain distinct.
Store pepper soka cheese in the refrigerator in a clean, tightly sealed container. If it comes in packing liquid, keep the cheese covered; use a clean utensil each time and discard soft cheese if you see unusual mould or notice an off smell.
Feta is a specific brined cheese, while pepper soka cheese is a pepper-and-cheese preparation that may use different cheeses and may be fermented. Some soka recipes use a feta-like cheese, but the pepper and preparation give soka a distinct character.
Pepper soka cheese pairs well with crusty bread, fresh tomatoes, cucumber, and other mild accompaniments. These let its tangy, salty flavour stand out without making the meal taste overly rich or intensely seasoned.
Vitamins
B12
0.33µg · 14% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
54µg · 6% DV
Biotin
0.96µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
156mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
108mg · 15% DV
Sodium
294mg · 13% DV
Zinc
0.78mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
42mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Pepper soka cheese is a Balkan-style preserve made by stuffing peppers with cheese and keeping them in brine. The peppers lend the cheese a distinctive savoury tang, while the filling stays soft and creamy. Recipes vary between households and regions, so the balance of pepper, salt and cheese can differ.
It is commonly served in small portions as part of a meze spread or alongside bread at breakfast. The cheese provides protein, but it is also rich in fat and salt, so a little goes a long way. Pair it with fresh vegetables or plain bread for a simple, balanced 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.
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 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.
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
4.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.