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High-protein, low-carb scrambled eggs with feta cheese
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Scrambled eggs with feta (140 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.9 g of carbs, 18.5 g of protein, 18.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 25.2 µg of Biotin covers 84% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Beyaz peynirli yumurta is a Turkish-style scramble made with eggs and beyaz peynir, Turkey’s brined white cheese. Crumbled into the eggs as they cook, the cheese adds a tangy, salty taste, while the eggs stay soft and tender if taken off the heat before they dry out.
In Turkey, it is commonly served for breakfast with bread, tomatoes, cucumbers and tea; elsewhere, it also makes an easy brunch or quick meal. Eggs and cheese make it protein-rich and low in carbohydrates. Since the cheese can be salty, taste before adding salt, and use a little less cooking fat if you prefer a lighter plate.
Selected: 100 g
180
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
2.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
13.2g
· 26% DV
Fat
13.2g
· 17% 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 5% · Protein 29% · Fat 66%
Vitamins
Biotin
18µg · 60% DV
B12
1.15µg · 48% DV
B2
0.42mg · 32% DV
Vitamin A
180µg · 20% DV
Minerals
Selenium
24µg · 44% DV
Phosphorus
220mg · 31% DV
Iodine
28µg · 19% DV
Calcium
170mg · 17% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 180 calories in 100 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.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.9:1).
For scrambled eggs with Turkish white cheese, whisk the eggs, cook them gently in a lightly buttered pan, and fold in crumbled beyaz peynir near the end. Take the pan off the heat while the eggs still look slightly soft.
No. Turkish white cheese and Greek feta are both brined cheeses, but they can differ in texture, saltiness, and flavour. Either works in scrambled eggs; taste the cheese first and adjust how much salt you add to the eggs.
Cook scrambled eggs with Turkish white cheese over low to medium-low heat and fold the eggs gently instead of stirring them constantly. Remove the pan before the curds look fully set, since residual heat continues cooking them.
Scrambled eggs with Turkish white cheese can turn watery if the cheese releases brine or vegetables add too much moisture. Drain the cheese well, and cook watery additions such as tomatoes or spinach before adding the eggs.
Yes, you can add a small splash of milk to scrambled eggs with Turkish white cheese, but it is not needed for a soft result. Gentle heat and taking the eggs off the stove before they are fully set matter more.
Spinach, chopped scallions, tomatoes, and fresh herbs all work in scrambled eggs with Turkish white cheese. Cook watery vegetables first so they do not thin the eggs, then fold in the cheese near the end.
Scrambled eggs with Turkish white cheese are best cooked just before serving because eggs firm up as they cool. You can crumble the cheese and prepare any vegetables in advance, then cook and combine everything when you are ready to eat.
Freezing is not recommended for scrambled eggs with Turkish white cheese. The eggs can become rubbery and the cheese may turn grainy after thawing, so cook only what you expect to eat and refrigerate any leftovers instead.
Reheat scrambled eggs with Turkish white cheese in a covered pan over low heat, stirring gently and stopping as soon as they are hot. A microwave also works in short bursts, but overheating makes the eggs tough.
Serve scrambled eggs with Turkish white cheese with toast, roasted potatoes, sliced tomatoes, or a simple green salad. Since the cheese brings a salty, tangy flavour, fresh vegetables and plain bread make especially easy pairings.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.