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Aged, full-fat, salty Turkish tulum cheese; a source of protein and calcium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Tahsildaroğlu İzmir Tulum cheese (30 g) has 107 calories. That works out to 356 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 6.9 g of protein, 8.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 204 mg of Calcium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 30 g
107
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.9g
· 14% DV
Fat
8.4g
· 11% 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 | 107 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.4 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 5.25 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 375 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% |
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 | 107 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (grated) | 5 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 10 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 30 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 214 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 356 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 250 g | 890 kcal |
Calculated from 356 calories per 100 g.
Tahsildaroğlu İzmir Tulum cheese has a rich, aged, distinctly salty flavor and a crumbly texture. Its bold taste stands out even in small amounts, so it pairs well with plain bread, fresh vegetables, or mild ingredients that balance its saltiness.
Tahsildaroğlu İzmir Tulum cheese is commonly eaten at breakfast with bread, olives, and fresh vegetables. You can also crumble it over salads or use it in savory pastries; taste the dish before adding salt, since the cheese is already salty.
Tahsildaroğlu İzmir Tulum cheese is an İzmir-style tulum, while other regional tulum cheeses can differ in milk, aging methods, and texture. The exact contrast depends on the varieties being compared, so expect variation rather than one fixed recipe shared by every producer.
Keep Tahsildaroğlu İzmir Tulum cheese refrigerated in an airtight container or suitable cheese wrap after opening. Use a clean knife each time, follow the package’s storage guidance, and discard it if you notice unusual odor, stickiness, or visible spoilage.
Yes, Tahsildaroğlu İzmir Tulum cheese works well crumbled into börek filling. Its strong, salty flavor suits mild ingredients such as greens, but reduce or omit added salt and taste the filling before assembling the pastry.
Tahsildaroğlu İzmir Tulum cheese softens when heated, but it generally does not melt into the stretchy strands associated with mozzarella. Crumble it into pastries, eggs, or baked dishes, where its concentrated flavor can season the other ingredients.
Yes, Tahsildaroğlu İzmir Tulum cheese can be frozen, though thawing may make its texture drier or more crumbly. Freeze it in tightly sealed, meal-sized portions and use the thawed cheese in cooked dishes or salads rather than relying on its original texture.
Serve Tahsildaroğlu İzmir Tulum cheese with bread, olives, tomatoes, and cucumber, or pair it with fruit such as grapes to balance its salty taste. Avoid adding several other salty foods if you want the cheese’s flavor to remain in focus.
Tahsildaroğlu İzmir Tulum cheese is a salty cheese, so a smaller portion and unsalted foods alongside it can help limit sodium from the meal. Anyone who has been advised to restrict sodium should ask their healthcare professional how it fits their individual limit.
The opened shelf life of Tahsildaroğlu İzmir Tulum cheese varies with its packaging and refrigerator storage. Follow the package’s use-by guidance, keep the cheese sealed and chilled, and do not eat it if its smell, appearance, or texture becomes unusual.
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Vitamin A
79.5µg · 9% DV
Biotin
0.72µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Calcium
204mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
138mg · 20% DV
Sodium
375mg · 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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Tahsildaroğlu İzmir Tulum cheese is an aged, full-fat Turkish cheese associated with İzmir and the Aegean region. Usually made from cow’s milk, it has a savoury, salty flavour and a firm texture that crumbles readily. The brand’s version brings this traditional style to a packaged cheese.
In Turkey, it is often served at breakfast with bread, olives and fresh vegetables, or added to a meze spread. It also works well crumbled over salads or tucked into pastries. It provides protein and calcium, but its richness and saltiness make a modest portion a good choice; pair it with crisp vegetables or fruit for a fresher plate.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.