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Semi-hard, salty, traditional Turkish cheese made from cow's milk
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Seçil cheese (30 g) has 96 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 6.6 g of protein, 7.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 210 mg of Calcium covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g
96
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.6g
· 13% DV
Fat
7.5g
· 10% 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 2% · Protein 27% · Fat 71%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 96 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.5 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 4.8 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% |
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 slice (medium) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 45 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 256 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Seçil cheese is a traditional Turkish semi-hard cheese made from cow’s milk. It has a salty taste and can be eaten in slices or used in cooked dishes; the available information does not specify its exact starter cultures or aging process.
Seçil cheese tastes distinctly salty and savory, with the fuller bite typical of a semi-hard cheese. Pair it with plain bread, fresh vegetables, or other mild foods to balance its saltiness rather than adding more salty ingredients.
Seçil cheese softens and melts with heat, but it may not stretch like mozzarella or melt exactly like cheddar. Try it on toast or in a baked dish first, and avoid adding extra salt until you have tasted the result.
Store Seçil cheese in the refrigerator in a tightly closed container or its well-sealed original wrapping. Use clean utensils when cutting it, keep it away from room-temperature heat, and discard it if its smell, surface, or color changes unusually.
Yes, you can freeze Seçil cheese, though freezing may make its texture more crumbly after thawing. Freeze it in a well-sealed portion and use the thawed cheese in a cooked dish, such as a pastry or casserole, rather than relying on neat slices.
Seçil cheese is described as a salty cheese, so it may taste saltier than mild, low-salt varieties. Balance it with unsalted foods, and taste a dish before adding salt when cooking with Seçil cheese.
Yes, Seçil cheese works as a börek filling. Because it is salty, taste it before seasoning the filling; mixing it with parsley or a milder, unsalted cheese can soften the flavor.
You can try soaking Seçil cheese briefly in cold water to draw out some salt. This can also change its texture and flavor, so check it soon and avoid soaking it for a long time.
Some people with lactose intolerance may tolerate Seçil cheese, but its lactose content is not specified. Start with a small amount only if your symptoms are mild; if you have a strong reaction or medical concerns, ask a healthcare professional.
Pregnant people can generally eat Seçil cheese if it is made with pasteurized milk and kept refrigerated. The information available here does not confirm pasteurization, so confirm that detail with the producer or a healthcare professional before eating it.
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
Vitamin A
78µg · 9% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
210mg · 21% DV
Phosphorus
144mg · 21% DV
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Zinc
0.96mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
27mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 96 calories in 1 slice (medium) (30 g):
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Seçil cheese is a Turkish cow’s-milk cheese with a semi-hard texture and a noticeably savoury, salty flavour. It slices neatly, making it easy to serve with bread, olives and tomatoes at breakfast, or to add to sandwiches and savoury pastries.
In Turkey, it is often part of a leisurely breakfast spread, while elsewhere it also works well on a cheese board or in a simple lunch. Its protein makes it satisfying, though its richness and saltiness are worth bearing in mind. Pair a modest slice with fresh vegetables or fruit for a 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 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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.95g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.21g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.