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Brined cheese Calories
Cheese matured in brine, salty
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Brined cheese (30 g) has 80 calories. That works out to 265 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 4.4 g of protein, 6.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Brined cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g
80
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
4.4g
· 9% DV
Fat
6.4g
· 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 3% · Protein 23% · Fat 74%
Brined cheese nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.4 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 4.05 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 4.4 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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How Many Calories in 1 Slice of Brined cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 212 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 398 kcal |
Calculated from 265 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brined cheese
What is brined cheese?
Brined cheese is cheese that is matured or stored in a saltwater solution. The brine helps preserve it and shapes its salty flavor and texture; the term covers several kinds of cheese rather than one specific recipe.
Is brined cheese the same as feta?
No. Feta is one particular brined cheese, traditionally associated with Greece, while brined cheese is a broader category that includes cheeses made in different regions from different milks and by different methods.
How do you serve brined cheese?
Brined cheese is often served cold, crumbled or sliced, alongside bread, vegetables, olives, or fruit. It also works in salads, pies, and cooked dishes; taste it first before adding extra salt to a recipe.
Should brined cheese be kept submerged in brine?
Yes, keep brined cheese covered by its original brine in a clean, sealed container in the refrigerator. If the cheese came without enough brine, follow its package instructions rather than topping it up with an improvised solution.
How do you make brined cheese less salty?
To make brined cheese less salty, soak the portion you plan to use in cold water and taste it periodically. A longer soak removes more salt but can also soften the cheese and dilute its characteristic flavor.
Can you freeze brined cheese?
Yes, brined cheese can be frozen, but thawing may make its texture crumbly or grainy. Freeze it in a well-sealed container and use the thawed cheese in cooked dishes, where the texture change is less noticeable.
How long does brined cheese last after opening?
Brined cheese can keep for a while after opening when refrigerated, sealed, handled with clean utensils, and kept submerged in its original brine. Follow the package’s use-by guidance, since shelf life varies by cheese and packaging.
Can you use brined cheese instead of feta in a recipe?
Usually, yes: brined cheese can replace feta in salads, pastries, and baked dishes, but its saltiness and firmness may differ. Start with less added salt, and crumble or taste the cheese before adjusting the recipe.
Does brined cheese need to be rinsed before eating?
No, brined cheese does not need rinsing for safety when it has been stored properly. Rinse or briefly soak only if you want to reduce the salty surface taste, then use it promptly rather than returning it wet to storage.
Can pregnant people eat brined cheese?
Pregnant people can eat brined cheese if it is made from pasteurized milk and has been stored safely; brining alone does not make unpasteurized cheese safe. Check the product’s milk-pasteurization information, and ask a healthcare professional if it is unclear.
Brined cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.51µg · 21% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
66µg · 7% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Calcium
148mg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
101mg · 14% DV
Selenium
4.2µg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
19mg · 1% DV
Brined cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Brined cheese
To burn the 80 calories in 1 slice (medium) (30 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Brined cheese?
Brined cheese is made by setting milk into curds and letting the cheese mature or keep in a salty brine. It is common across Turkey and the wider Mediterranean, Balkans and Middle East, with versions made from cow’s, sheep’s or goat’s milk. The brine gives it a distinct savoury saltiness, while its texture can range from soft and crumbly to firm.
In Turkey, it is often served at breakfast with bread, olives and fresh vegetables, and is also used in pastries and salads. Elsewhere, you may find it crumbled over dishes or served alongside vegetables and bread. It provides both protein and fat; a 100 g portion contains 14.5 g of protein. If the flavour is too salty, briefly soak a portion in water before serving.
How Nutritious Is Brined cheese?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Brined cheese Processed?
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.
Does Brined cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Brined 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
Brined cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
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.