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Hearty sandwich rich in protein and calcium
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GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Toast with Roast Beef and Kashar Cheese (180 g) has 468 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.6 g of carbs, 27 g of protein, 21.6 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 2 µg of B12 covers 83% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Kavurmalı kaşarlı tost is a Turkish toasted sandwich filled with kavurma—meat slowly cooked in its own fat—and kaşar, a semi-hard Turkish cheese. The bread is pressed or toasted until crisp while the cheese melts around the savoury meat.
In Turkey, it is a popular filling choice for breakfast, a quick lunch or a substantial snack with tea. The combination makes it hearty and protein-rich, with 15 g of protein per 100 g; the cheese also contributes calcium. Serve it with tomato or a simple salad for freshness, or use less added fat if you prefer a lighter toast.
Selected: 100 g
260
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
22g
· 8% DV
Protein
15g
· 30% DV
Fat
12g
· 15% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 23% · Fat 43%
Vitamins
B12
1.1µg · 46% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
B3
2.8mg · 18% DV
B5
0.9mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Calcium
320mg · 32% DV
Phosphorus
210mg · 30% DV
Zinc
3mg · 27% DV
Sodium
570mg · 25% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 260 calories in 100 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.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
It is a hot sandwich filled with Turkish-style cooked meat, called kavurma, and melted kashar cheese. The English name uses “roast beef,” but the Turkish dish refers to kavurma rather than necessarily to deli-style sliced roast beef.
Layer cooked kavurma and kashar between slices of bread, then toast until the bread is golden and the cheese melts. Shred or thinly slice the meat first so it heats evenly without over-toasting the bread.
Kashar is a Turkish semi-hard cheese with a mild, savory flavor that melts well in a toastie. Use young kashar for a softer, milder filling; aged kashar tastes sharper and may melt less smoothly.
Not necessarily: the Turkish name means kavurmalı, made with kavurma, a traditional cooked meat preparation. Deli roast beef is usually sliced for sandwiches, so the two can differ in seasoning, texture, and preparation.
Sturdy sandwich bread or thick-cut country bread works well for Toast with Roast Beef and Kashar Cheese. Choose slices that hold the meat and melted cheese without tearing, and avoid very thick bread that can brown before the filling heats through.
Let the kavurma drain briefly if it releases fat, and avoid overfilling the sandwich. Toasting in a preheated press or pan helps crisp the bread quickly; adding wet condiments inside before toasting can make it soggy.
A crisp salad, pickles, or sliced tomatoes pair well with Toast with Roast Beef and Kashar Cheese. These fresh sides balance the rich meat-and-cheese filling without competing with its savory flavor.
Yes, leftover kavurma works well in Toast with Roast Beef and Kashar Cheese as long as it has been refrigerated promptly and is still in good condition. Break it into small pieces so it warms through while the kashar melts.
Reheat Toast with Roast Beef and Kashar Cheese in a sandwich press or a covered pan over low-to-medium heat. This restores some crispness and warms the filling; a microwave is quicker but tends to soften the bread.
For a lighter homemade Toast with Roast Beef and Kashar Cheese, use a moderate amount of kavurma and kashar, skip extra butter, and serve it with salad or vegetables. You keep the familiar filling while avoiding unnecessary added fat.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.