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High-protein, calcium-rich semi-hard sliced cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 slice (medium) of Sliced Tilsiter cheese (40 g) has 88 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.3 g of carbs, 6.4 g of protein, 6.7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 280 mg of Calcium covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 40 g
88
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
0.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.4g
· 13% DV
Fat
6.7g
· 9% 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 1% · Protein 29% · Fat 70%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 88 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 6.72 g | 34% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 312 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 slice (medium) | 40 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 110 kcal |
| 3 slice (thick) | 60 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 150 g | 330 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Sliced Tilsiter cheese tastes savoury, mildly tangy and sometimes slightly spicy, with a firmer, more distinctive flavour than mild Gouda. The exact sharpness varies with the recipe and how long the cheese has been ripened.
Yes, sliced Tilsiter cheese softens and melts well in hot sandwiches, toasties and baked dishes. It becomes creamy rather than especially stretchy, so layer it with bread or other ingredients to keep it from slipping.
Tilsiter cheese originated in Tilsit, a former East Prussian town now called Sovetsk in Russia. Swiss cheesemakers later adopted and developed their own versions, so a cheese sold as Tilsiter today may reflect different regional traditions.
Sliced Tilsiter is cut from ripened semi-hard cheese, while processed cheese slices are made by heating and blending cheese with emulsifying ingredients. They differ in production and texture, even though both come ready-sliced for sandwiches.
Sliced Tilsiter cheese works in toasties, burgers and cold sandwiches, and it can top baked potatoes or vegetables. Its tangy flavour also suits savoury egg dishes; add it near the end of cooking so it melts without overcooking.
Keep opened sliced Tilsiter cheese refrigerated and tightly wrapped, or transfer it to an airtight container. This helps prevent it from drying out and absorbing odours; follow the package guidance for how long to keep that particular product.
Yes, sliced Tilsiter cheese can be frozen, although thawing may make it crumbly or alter its texture. It is usually best to reserve previously frozen slices for cooked dishes rather than serving them in a cold sandwich.
No, sliced Tilsiter cheese is not the same as Swiss cheese. Tilsiter is typically tangier and may have a more pronounced aroma, while “Swiss cheese” often refers to milder Alpine-style cheeses with characteristic holes; recipes vary by producer.
The slices themselves usually have no rind because they are cut from the inside of the cheese. Some whole Tilsiter wheels develop a rind during ripening, but that is normally removed before the cheese is sliced and packaged.
Not everyone with lactose intolerance will tolerate sliced Tilsiter cheese. Ripening reduces lactose in many cheeses, but the amount can vary by product; check its information and use your own symptom response as a guide.
Vitamins
B12
0.56µg · 23% DV
Vitamin A
100µg · 11% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Biotin
1.2µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Calcium
280mg · 28% DV
Phosphorus
188mg · 27% DV
Sodium
312mg · 14% DV
Zinc
1.4mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
38mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Sliced Tilsiter cheese is a semi-hard cheese associated with Tilsit, a town in former East Prussia, now Sovetsk in Russia. Traditionally made from cow’s milk, it is sold in ready-to-use slices for sandwiches and quick meals.
Its flavour is gently tangy and savoury, with a supple texture that melts readily. In parts of Europe, Tilsiter is enjoyed on bread, in sandwiches or melted into hot dishes; the slices also work well in packed lunches and grilled cheese. It supplies protein and calcium, with 16 g of protein per 100 g. Pair it with crisp vegetables or whole-grain bread for a simple, satisfying meal.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.