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High-protein, salty, smoked hard cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Smoked tulum cheese (30 g) has 117 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 7.5 g of protein, 9.3 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 serving (medium) · 30 g
117
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
7.5g
· 15% DV
Fat
9.3g
· 12% 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 26% · Fat 72%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 117 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.3 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 5.85 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.27 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% |
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 serving (medium) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 25 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 2 slice (thick) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Smoked tulum cheese is a Turkish tulum-style cheese with a smoky aroma added during production. Tulum cheeses are aged, and their milk, texture and aging method vary by producer; smoking gives this variety its distinctive flavor.
Smoked tulum cheese tastes savory, salty and strongly smoky, with the tang of an aged cheese. Its flavor can be assertive, so it works well in small amounts alongside bread, fresh vegetables or mild dishes.
Eat smoked tulum cheese as part of a cheese board or crumble it over salads, eggs or pasta. It pairs well with bread, walnuts and fresh vegetables; use a little at first because its smoky flavor can dominate.
Smoked tulum cheese has a pronounced smoke flavor that regular tulum cheese does not. Both are aged tulum-style cheeses, but smoking changes the aroma and may also darken the outside, depending on how the cheese is made.
Keep smoked tulum cheese refrigerated in an airtight container after opening. Use a clean knife and avoid leaving it at room temperature for extended periods; these steps help preserve its texture and prevent it from picking up other odors.
Yes, you can use smoked tulum cheese in hot dishes, where it softens and some varieties melt. Crumble a small amount into eggs, pasta or savory pastries; its strong flavor can overpower milder ingredients.
Smoked tulum cheese is a Turkish cheese, but it is not limited to one region. Tulum cheese is made in several parts of Türkiye, and the milk, aging and smoking methods differ among producers.
A firm, salty smoked cheese is the closest substitute for smoked tulum cheese. If you cannot find one, use regular tulum cheese with a little smoked cheese alongside it; ordinary tulum alone will lack the smoky flavor.
Whether smoked tulum cheese’s outer layer is edible depends on the product. Eat a natural, clean rind only if the packaging indicates it is safe; remove wax, plastic or any other inedible coating.
Smoked tulum cheese can contribute substantially to salt intake, so people managing high blood pressure should keep portions modest. If you have been advised to limit sodium, ask your clinician or dietitian how it fits your plan.
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
84µg · 9% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Biotin
0.9µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
210mg · 21% DV
Phosphorus
144mg · 21% DV
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Zinc
0.96mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Smoked tulum cheese is a Turkish take on tulum, a cheese whose production and ageing methods vary by region. It is commonly made from sheep’s, goat’s or cow’s milk; the smoked version has a pronounced savoury aroma. Its texture is usually firm and crumbly, with a salty, concentrated flavour.
In Turkey, it may be served at breakfast with bread, olives and tomatoes, or offered as part of a meze spread. Elsewhere, try it crumbled over salads or tucked into flatbread. It is high in protein—25 g per 100 g—but also rich in fat and salt. A small amount adds plenty of flavour, especially alongside fresh vegetables; you may want to go easy on added salt in the rest of the 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.
Low
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
5.85g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.46g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.