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Traditional, full-fat, rich in protein and calcium, village cheese from Trabzon region
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Trabzon Village Cheese (30 g) has 102 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 6.3 g of protein, 8.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 195 mg of Calcium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g
102
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.3g
· 13% DV
Fat
8.1g
· 10% 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 25% · Fat 72%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 102 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.1 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 5.1 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 285 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% |
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 slice (medium) | 30 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 250 g | 850 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Trabzon Village Cheese is a traditional cheese associated with the Trabzon region of Türkiye. It is typically minimally processed, full-fat and protein-rich; the milk used, salt level and texture can differ from one village producer or batch to another.
Trabzon Village Cheese is made by curdling milk, draining the curds and usually salting them. Traditional versions are minimally processed, but the milk, curd handling and aging or storage method vary, so there is no single recipe for every producer.
Trabzon Village Cheese can be served at breakfast with bread, tomatoes and olives, or crumbled into pastries. If the piece tastes very salty, briefly soaking it in cold water can mellow it; taste it again before adding salt to a recipe.
Trabzon Village Cheese does not always melt smoothly. Its moisture and aging vary, so some versions soften while others turn grainy or release fat. Test a small piece in a pan before relying on it for a dish that needs stretchy cheese.
No, Trabzon Village Cheese and kolot cheese are different cheeses. Kolot is especially associated with melting into kuymak, while village cheese varies in texture and meltability. They may not produce the same smooth, stretchy result when swapped.
Yes, you can try Trabzon Village Cheese in kuymak, but the result depends on how well that particular cheese melts. Kolot is the more typical choice for a stretchy texture; test the village cheese with a small amount before making a full pan.
Keep Trabzon Village Cheese refrigerated in a clean, covered container. If it came in brine, keep it submerged in that brine; if it is dry, wrap it tightly to limit drying. Follow any storage instructions provided by the producer.
Yes, Trabzon Village Cheese can be frozen, but thawing may make it drier or more crumbly. Wrap it airtight, thaw it in the refrigerator, and use it in cooked dishes such as pastries if the changed texture is noticeable.
Sometimes, but Trabzon Village Cheese is not a direct substitute for feta. Its saltiness, moisture and crumbly texture vary, while feta is typically brined and tangy. Taste the cheese first, then adjust the salt and moisture in the recipe.
Trabzon Village Cheese usually tastes savory and milky, with saltiness that varies by producer and preparation. Its texture may be soft and crumbly or firmer, so a small taste before cooking is the best way to judge how it will work in a dish.
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
78µg · 9% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B5
0.15mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
195mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
126mg · 18% DV
Sodium
285mg · 12% DV
Zinc
1.05mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
33mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Trabzon Village Cheese is a traditional, full-fat cheese from the Trabzon region of northeastern Turkey, made from milk using local village methods. Its exact style can vary from producer to producer, but it is generally served in slices, with a substantial texture and a savoury, milky flavour.
In Turkey, it is often part of a breakfast spread with bread, olives and fresh vegetables, alongside tea. It also works well in a simple sandwich or on a cheese board. Rich in both fat and protein, it is satisfying in a modest portion; a 30 g slice makes an easy addition to breakfast. Pair it with tomatoes or cucumbers for freshness.
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
— 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
5.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.