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Traditional sheep's milk cheese with walnuts, source of protein and healthy fats
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 slice (medium) of Tulum Cheese with Walnut (30 g) has 117 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.2 g of carbs, 5.4 g of protein, 9.9 g of fat and 0.5 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.
Tulum Cheese with Walnut combines crumbly, usually sheep’s-milk tulum cheese with pieces of walnut. Tulum is a traditional Turkish cheese, made in several regions and known for its savoury, tangy flavour; the walnuts add a gentle sweetness and crunch.
In Turkey, it can be served at breakfast with bread and fresh vegetables, or offered as part of a meze spread. Its protein and fat make it a rich, satisfying cheese, so a small serving goes a long way. Pair it with tomatoes, greens or fruit for a more balanced plate.
Selected: 100 g
390
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
4g
· 1% DV
Protein
18g
· 36% DV
Fat
33g
· 42% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 4% · Protein 19% · Fat 77%
Vitamins
B12
1.2µg · 50% DV
B2
0.35mg · 27% DV
Vitamin A
230µg · 26% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Calcium
650mg · 65% DV
Phosphorus
420mg · 60% DV
Sodium
1200mg · 52% DV
Zinc
3mg · 27% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 390 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
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
14.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.6:1).
Tulum cheese with walnuts is commonly eaten with bread as part of a breakfast or cheese board. Its crumbly texture also works well scattered over salads, folded into savory pastries, or served with fruit and other small bites.
Tulum cheese with walnuts is a Turkish-style cheese preparation combining crumbly tulum cheese with pieces of walnut. Tulum is traditionally made from sheep’s milk, though recipes and production methods vary; the walnuts add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
Tulum cheese with walnuts is made by combining crumbled or broken tulum cheese with walnut pieces. Traditional tulum cheese is aged using methods that vary by region and producer; making and aging it safely at home requires careful food-safety practices.
Tulum cheese with walnuts comes from Turkey’s broader tradition of tulum cheese, which is produced in different regions and styles. The walnut addition is a variation rather than a single regional recipe, so the exact origin depends on the maker.
Store Tulum cheese with walnuts in a sealed container in the refrigerator, and use a clean utensil each time. Avoid leaving it out for extended periods; follow the package’s instructions for storage and use after opening.
Yes, Tulum cheese with walnuts can be frozen, but thawing may make the cheese drier or more crumbly and alter the walnuts’ texture. Use thawed portions in cooked dishes or fillings, where those texture changes are less noticeable.
Serve Tulum cheese with walnuts with crusty bread, fresh vegetables, olives, or fruit. Its savory, tangy cheese and rich walnut flavor also pair well with honey or preserves on a cheese board.
Yes, Tulum cheese with walnuts can be added to savory pastries, salads, pasta, or baked dishes. Its flavor is fairly pronounced, so taste the dish before adding salt, and add the cheese toward the end when you want its character to remain distinct.
A crumbly, tangy cheese can replace the tulum cheese, but it will not reproduce the original flavor exactly. Add chopped walnuts separately to keep the nutty crunch; feta or another crumbly cheese can work depending on the dish.
Often, yes: traditional tulum cheese is commonly made with sheep’s milk, though milk and production methods can vary by producer. The walnut is mixed in as an addition and does not define the cheese’s milk source.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.