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Rich, buttery, traditional Turkish cheese
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Tulum cheese with butter (30 g) has 116 calories. That works out to 385 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 4.6 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g
116
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
4.6g
· 9% DV
Fat
10.2g
· 13% 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 16% · Fat 82%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 116 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.2 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 6.45 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.33 g | |
| Sodium | 510 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% |
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 | 116 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 193 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 60 g | 231 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 270 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 385 kcal |
Calculated from 385 calories per 100 g.
Tulum cheese with butter is a rich Turkish cheese preparation combining tulum cheese and buttery flavor. Its texture can range from crumbly to soft, depending on the cheese and how the butter is incorporated or served.
There is no single standard method for Tulum cheese with butter. Tulum cheese is traditionally matured in a container, while butter may be blended into the cheese or served alongside it; recipes and production methods vary.
Often, the name indicates that butter is combined with the tulum cheese, but the exact preparation can vary. Check the product’s appearance and ingredient information, or ask the maker if you need to know whether the butter is mixed in or served separately.
Serve Tulum cheese with butter in small pieces with bread, fresh vegetables, or olives. Its rich flavor works well on a breakfast or snack board, where crisp and fresh accompaniments balance the cheese’s buttery taste.
Not always. Tulum cheese with butter may soften when heated, but it does not necessarily melt into a smooth, stretchy layer like some melting cheeses. Try a small amount first, especially if you are adding it to a hot dish.
Yes, you can use Tulum cheese with butter instead of feta in some salads or savory fillings, but expect a richer, more buttery taste and possibly a different texture. Taste it before adding extra salt to the dish.
Yes, Tulum cheese with butter can be used in börek filling. Its strong, rich flavor pairs well with a milder cheese, and tasting the filling before seasoning helps prevent the finished pastry from becoming too salty.
Keep Tulum cheese with butter refrigerated in a tightly closed container after opening. Use a clean utensil each time and avoid leaving it at room temperature for extended periods; follow any specific storage directions on the package.
Yes, Tulum cheese with butter can be frozen, though thawing may make its texture drier or more crumbly. Freeze it in small, airtight portions and use the thawed cheese in cooked dishes if its texture is less appealing.
Tulum cheese with butter can contribute protein and calcium, but it is also high in fat. It can fit into a varied eating pattern in a modest portion; people limiting sodium should also consider how salty their particular cheese is.
Vitamins
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
Vitamin A
84µg · 9% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
510mg · 22% DV
Calcium
195mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
126mg · 18% DV
Zinc
0.81mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
33mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 116 calories in 1 slice (medium) (30 g):
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Tulum cheese with butter combines tulum, a traditional Turkish cheese, with butter for an especially rich, savoury bite. Tulum is typically aged in a skin or other casing, and its flavour and crumbly texture vary by region; the butter makes the result softer and fuller. In Turkey it can be served at breakfast with bread, fresh tomatoes and cucumbers, or set out as part of a meze spread. For English-speaking readers elsewhere, it also works well crumbled over warm flatbread or alongside olives.
This is a filling, high-fat cheese rather than a light everyday topping: it provides 34 g of fat per 100 g. A small portion is often enough, and pairing it with fresh vegetables or fruit helps balance its richness.
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 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6.45g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.61g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.