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Salty, rich cheese-based sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Tulum cheese sauce (30 g) has 86 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 2 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.2 µg of B12 covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
86
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
2g
· 1% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% 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 9% · Protein 15% · Fat 76%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.44 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 10 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 45 g | 128 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 214 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 684 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Tulum cheese sauce is made with crumbled tulum cheese and a liquid such as milk, cream, or yogurt. Recipes vary, so the result can be thick like a dip or loose enough to spoon over vegetables, potatoes, or pasta.
Tulum cheese sauce tastes tangy, savory, and distinctly cheesy, with a saltiness that varies by the cheese used. Its bold flavor pairs well with mild foods, so taste the sauce before adding salt to the rest of a dish.
Yes, tulum cheese sauce can be served as a dip with bread, crackers, or raw vegetables. Keep it thicker by using less milk or cream, and serve it warm or chilled depending on the texture and flavor you prefer.
Yes, tulum cheese sauce works as a pasta topping. Loosen it with a little warm pasta water if it is too thick, then toss it through the pasta while warm so the sauce coats it evenly.
Tulum cheese sauce can separate when it gets too hot, since the cheese proteins and fat may no longer stay evenly mixed. Heat it gently and stir often; if it starts separating, take it off the heat and whisk in a splash of warm milk.
To make tulum cheese sauce less salty, mix in an unsalted ingredient such as cream, milk, or plain yogurt. You can also serve it with bland foods like potatoes or unsalted bread rather than adding more seasoning.
Yes, tulum cheese sauce can be reheated, but use low heat and stir frequently to reduce the chance of separation. Add a small splash of milk or cream if it has thickened, and avoid bringing it to a boil.
Tulum cheese sauce goes well with roasted or grilled vegetables, especially mild options such as potatoes, zucchini, and cauliflower. Their gentle flavor balances the sauce’s salty, tangy character without competing with the tulum cheese.
Yes, plain yogurt can make tulum cheese sauce tangier and lighter in texture than a cream-based version. Stir it in off the heat or over very low heat, since boiling yogurt can make the sauce curdle.
Put leftover tulum cheese sauce in a covered container and refrigerate it promptly. Use a clean utensil when serving, and discard the sauce if it develops an unusual smell, appearance, or signs of spoilage.
Vitamins
B12
0.21µg · 9% DV
Vitamin A
54µg · 6% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Biotin
0.9µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
234mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
63mg · 9% DV
Calcium
84mg · 8% DV
Zinc
0.48mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 86 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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Tulum cheese sauce is a savoury sauce made with tulum, a traditional Turkish cheese that is aged and typically crumbly and salty. The cheese is mashed or blended into a spoonable sauce; recipes vary, so it may be thick enough for dipping or smooth enough to drizzle.
Its assertive, tangy saltiness works well with bread and raw vegetables, or as a topping for pasta, roasted vegetables and grilled foods. In Turkey it can also sit alongside other meze. This is a rich, cheese-based choice, with 24 g of fat per 100 g. Because the cheese brings plenty of flavour, a little goes a long way; serve a modest amount 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.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.