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Traditional Turkish cheese, medium-fat, strong flavor, source of protein and calcium
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Medium-fat tulum cheese (30 g) has 99 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 6 g of protein, 7.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 150 mg of Phosphorus covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g
99
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
6g
· 12% DV
Fat
7.8g
· 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 2% · Protein 25% · Fat 73%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 99 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 5.1 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6 g | 12% |
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 | 99 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 60 g | 198 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 330 kcal |
Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.
Medium-fat tulum cheese is a traditional Turkish cheese known for its tangy, strong flavor and crumbly texture. It is commonly eaten at breakfast or crumbled into salads and pastries; the name refers to a medium-fat version of tulum cheese.
Medium-fat tulum cheese tastes savory, tangy, and often quite bold, with a crumbly texture. Its exact saltiness and sharpness vary by producer and region, so try a small amount before adding it to a dish.
Medium-fat tulum cheese is often served with bread, olives, and fresh vegetables, or crumbled over salads and eggs. Its strong flavor also works in savory pastries; add it gradually because it can dominate milder ingredients.
Medium-fat tulum cheese is made by curdling milk, draining the curds, salting them, and allowing the cheese to mature. Traditionally, it was aged in a leather skin called a tulum, though modern producers may use other containers.
Medium-fat tulum cheese is typically sharper and more crumbly than feta, though both can be salty and made in different regional styles. Tulum cheese is a Turkish cheese traditionally matured in a tulum, while feta is a brined Greek cheese.
Medium-fat tulum cheese can be made from sheep’s, goat’s, or cow’s milk, and some versions use a blend. The milk source varies between regions and producers, affecting the cheese’s flavor and texture.
Yes, medium-fat tulum cheese works well crumbled into Turkish pastries, eggs, salads, or baked dishes. It softens when heated but may not melt into the stretchy texture of mozzarella, so use it for flavor rather than stretch.
Keep medium-fat tulum cheese refrigerated in an airtight container after opening. Use a clean utensil to serve it, and avoid leaving it at room temperature for extended periods; follow the package’s storage directions when available.
Yes, you can freeze medium-fat tulum cheese, but thawing may make it drier or more crumbly. Freeze it in a well-sealed portion and use it in cooked dishes or pastries after thawing rather than relying on neat slices.
Yes, medium-fat tulum cheese can replace feta when you want a stronger, more tangy flavor. Since tulum cheese may be saltier or drier, add it a little at a time and adjust the recipe’s added salt and moisture.
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
Vitamin A
78µg · 9% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
150mg · 21% DV
Calcium
210mg · 21% DV
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Zinc
1.05mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
27mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Medium-fat tulum cheese is a traditional Turkish cheese, usually made from sheep’s milk, though recipes and milk blends vary by region. It was traditionally matured in a skin bag, with other containers used today.
Its bold, tangy, salty flavour and crumbly texture suit a Turkish breakfast or a meze spread, and it is also good with bread, olives and fresh tomatoes. It provides protein and calcium, with 20 g of protein per 100 g. Because the flavour is robust, a little goes a long way; pair it with fresh vegetables for a lighter plate.
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.
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
— 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 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.