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Italian soft cheese, high in protein and calcium
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Tomino (80 g) has 256 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.8 g of carbs, 14.4 g of protein, 20.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 520 mg of Calcium covers 52% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
256
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
1.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
14.4g
· 29% DV
Fat
20.8g
· 27% 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 3% · Protein 23% · Fat 74%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 256 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.8 g | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 12.8 g | 64% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 520 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% |
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) | 80 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 512 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Tomino is a family of small Italian cheeses, especially associated with Piedmont, rather than one single fixed recipe. It is often made from cow’s milk, and versions range from fresh and mild to more mature and aromatic.
Cook Tomino in a lightly oiled pan or on a grill over medium heat until browned outside and soft inside. Turn it carefully, since the cheese can become runny as it warms.
Yes, Tomino can be eaten uncooked, particularly when it is a fresh variety. Serve it with bread or on a cheese board; grilling or baking is another popular way to bring out its creamy centre.
Place Tomino in a small ovenproof dish and bake until it softens and the centre turns creamy. Add herbs such as rosemary or thyme if you like, and serve it promptly with bread or vegetables.
Fresh Tomino is usually softer, milder, and more delicate, while aged versions tend to have a firmer texture and a stronger flavour. The exact difference varies because Tomino refers to several regional cheese styles.
Tomino pairs well with crusty bread, grilled vegetables, and leafy salads. For a sweet-and-savoury combination, serve warm Tomino with a little honey or fruit preserve; its mild, creamy flavour works well with both.
Sometimes, but it depends on the Tomino variety. A fresh Tomino may have little or no distinct rind, whereas an aged version can develop a more noticeable surface; follow the cheesemaker’s guidance if unsure.
Keep opened Tomino refrigerated and covered in its original wrapping or a sealed container. Because it is a soft cheese, use it soon after opening and keep it separate from strongly scented foods.
Yes, Tomino can be frozen, but thawing may make its soft texture crumbly or watery. Frozen Tomino is generally better used in a cooked dish than served cold on a cheese board.
Tomino is traditionally associated with Piedmont in northwestern Italy, where several local versions are made. Recipes and textures differ by producer, so the name describes a regional family of cheeses rather than a single uniform product.
Vitamins
B12
1.12µg · 47% DV
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
Vitamin A
176µg · 20% DV
B5
0.48mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Calcium
520mg · 52% DV
Phosphorus
336mg · 48% DV
Sodium
520mg · 23% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
96mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Tomino is a small, soft Italian cheese associated especially with Piedmont. It is commonly made from cow’s milk, and its flavour can range from mild and milky when fresh to more pronounced with age. In its home region, Tomino is often served warm, pan-cooked or grilled until the centre turns soft; it also works well on a cheese board. You can pair it with crusty bread, salad or roasted vegetables for an easy meal. It provides protein—18 g per 100 g—but is also rich in fat, so a modest portion alongside vegetables makes a satisfying, balanced 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.
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 2
Minimally 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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
12.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 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.