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A salty, dense white cheese providing protein and calcium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Pınar White Strained Cheese (30 g) has 81 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.9 g of carbs, 4.5 g of protein, 6.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 30 g
81
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.9g
· 0% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
6.6g
· 8% 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 4% · Protein 22% · Fat 74%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 81 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 4.5 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 330 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.9 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% |
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 serving (medium) | 30 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 30 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 203 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 220 g | 594 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 500 g | 1350 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Pınar White Strained Cheese is a dense, salty white cheese with a spreadable texture. It can be served on bread, added to sandwiches, or used in savory recipes where a firm, tangy cheese works well.
Pınar White Strained Cheese is generally denser and easier to spread than crumbly feta. Feta is usually sharper and more often served in cubes or crumbles, so swapping the two changes both the texture and the saltiness of a dish.
Serve Pınar White Strained Cheese on toast or crackers, or pair it with vegetables and olives. Its salty flavor also suits sandwiches and savory breakfasts; taste the dish before adding extra salt.
Yes, Pınar White Strained Cheese works in savory pastries, baked dishes, and sandwich fillings. It adds a dense, salty cheese flavor, but it does not behave like a stretchy melting cheese, so use it for flavor and texture rather than cheese pulls.
Pınar White Strained Cheese softens when heated, but it usually does not melt into long, stretchy strands like mozzarella. It can still be used in hot sandwiches or baked recipes; add it near the end if you want it to retain more of its texture.
Yes, Pınar White Strained Cheese can replace cream cheese in some savory spreads and fillings. It is saltier and has a more pronounced cheese flavor, so it may not work as well in desserts or recipes that rely on cream cheese’s mild taste.
Keep Pınar White Strained Cheese refrigerated in its closed original container after opening, and follow the use-by guidance on the package. Use a clean utensil each time; discard it if you notice mold, an unusual smell, or a clear change in appearance.
Yes, Pınar White Strained Cheese can be frozen, but thawing may make its texture grainy or watery. It may be less appealing as a spread afterward, so use thawed cheese in cooked fillings or baked dishes where the texture matters less.
Yes, Pınar White Strained Cheese has a salty taste. That makes it useful for adding flavor to sandwiches and savory fillings, but taste a recipe before seasoning it with more salt.
Pınar White Strained Cheese can be used in some savory cheesecake recipes, but it is not a direct choice for most sweet cheesecakes. Its saltiness and denser texture can alter the flavor and smoothness, so a recipe designed for this kind of cheese is a better fit.
Vitamins
B12
0.39µg · 16% DV
Vitamin A
54µg · 6% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
B5
0.18mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Calcium
150mg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
105mg · 15% DV
Sodium
330mg · 14% DV
Zinc
0.9mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
30mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Pınar White Strained Cheese is a packaged Turkish white cheese made by straining, which gives it a dense texture and a pleasantly salty taste. In Turkey it is commonly served at breakfast with bread, tomatoes, cucumbers and olives; it can also be crumbled into pastries or added to simple home-cooked dishes. Its soft yet compact texture makes it easy to spread or portion.
It provides protein and calcium, and is also relatively rich in fat: a 100 g portion has 15 g of protein. Pair it with fresh vegetables to balance its saltiness, or use a modest amount when you want a lighter meal.
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
4.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.95g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.21g
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.