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Source of protein and calcium; relatively high in sodium and saturated fat.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Smoked Meat and Kashar Cheese Simit (170 g) has 527 calories. That works out to 310 calories per 100 g. It contains 62.9 g of carbs, 23.8 g of protein, 20.4 g of fat and 3.9 g of fiber. Its 47.6 µg of Selenium covers 87% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 170 g
527
KCAL / 170G
Carbs
62.9g
· 23% DV
Protein
23.8g
· 48% DV
Fat
20.4g
· 26% DV
Fiber
3.9g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 18% · Fat 35%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 527 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.4 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 8.84 g | 44% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 1360 mg | 59% |
| Total carbohydrate | 62.9 g | 23% |
| Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% |
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% |
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 piece (medium) | 170 g | 527 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 43 g | 133 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 85 g | 264 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 310 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 372 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 170 g | 527 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 682 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 682 kcal |
Calculated from 310 calories per 100 g.
A smoked meat and kashar cheese simit is a sesame-crusted Turkish bread ring filled with smoked meat and kashar, a Turkish semi-hard cheese. The meat may be beef or turkey, depending on the bakery or recipe.
To make one, split a simit, add slices of kashar and smoked meat, then heat it until the cheese melts. Use an oven or covered skillet for a crisp outside, and avoid high heat that could scorch the sesame crust.
Reheat a smoked meat and kashar cheese simit in an oven or sandwich press until the cheese is melted and the center is hot. A microwave is quick, but it can make the sesame bread soft rather than crisp.
Smoked beef is a common choice for a smoked meat and kashar cheese simit, though some versions use smoked turkey. Bakeries may vary, so ask which meat is used if you have a preference.
Not quite: a smoked meat and kashar cheese simit uses simit, a ring-shaped Turkish bread coated in sesame, rather than a standard bagel. Its distinctive sesame crust and chewy texture set it apart from an ordinary sandwich.
Tea, ayran, or fresh tomato and cucumber pair well with a smoked meat and kashar cheese simit. Since the filling is savory and rich, a simple salad or fresh vegetables can balance the meal.
Keep a smoked meat and kashar cheese simit covered in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Refrigerate leftovers promptly, and reheat until the filling is hot before serving.
Yes, you can freeze a smoked meat and kashar cheese simit once it has cooled. Wrap it airtight, thaw it in the refrigerator, then warm it in an oven or press to help restore the bread’s crispness.
Yes, a smoked meat and kashar cheese simit can make a filling breakfast, especially with tea and some fresh vegetables. Its smoked meat and cheese make it a savory option rather than a light pastry.
It can fit into a varied diet, but a smoked meat and kashar cheese simit is relatively high in sodium and saturated fat. Having it occasionally and pairing it with vegetables makes for a more balanced meal.
Vitamins
B3
7.48mg · 47% DV
B12
1.11µg · 46% DV
B1
0.54mg · 45% DV
Biotin
10.2µg · 34% DV
Minerals
Selenium
48µg · 87% DV
Phosphorus
476mg · 68% DV
Sodium
1360mg · 59% DV
Calcium
425mg · 43% DV
Potassium ⭐
357mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 527 calories in 1 piece (medium) (170 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.
Smoked meat and kashar cheese simit combines Turkey’s sesame-crusted ring bread with smoked meat and kashar, a mild, semi-hard Turkish cheese. The crust is crisp and the centre chewy; warming it softens the cheese and brings out the meat’s smoky, savoury flavour.
In Turkey, it is an easy breakfast or quick lunch, often enjoyed with tea. It provides protein and calcium, but is also relatively high in sodium and saturated fat. For a lighter, more balanced meal, serve it with fresh tomato, cucumber or a simple salad.
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
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
8.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.46g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.74g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.