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High-protein fresh cheese with turmeric and black seed
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Turmeric and black seed curd cheese has 105 calories. It contains 4.1 g of carbs, 17.2 g of protein, 2.1 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.7 µg of B12 covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
105
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
4.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
17.2g
· 34% DV
Fat
2.1g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 16% · Protein 66% · Fat 18%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 105 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.1 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.18 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 310 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 17.2 g | 34% |
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 serving (medium) | 100 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 29 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 32 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 105 kcal |
| ½ cup (medium) | 100 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 200 g | 210 kcal |
Calculated from 105 calories per 100 g.
No, turmeric and black seed curd cheese is not necessarily the same as cottage cheese. It is a fresh curd cheese seasoned with turmeric and black seed; cottage cheese usually has a different curd texture and may be moister, so the two can taste and behave differently in recipes.
Turmeric and black seed curd cheese works well spread on toast or served with bread, vegetables, and olives. You can also spoon it into a grain bowl or serve it as part of a savoury breakfast plate; its seasoning means it needs little extra flavouring.
Black seed in turmeric and black seed curd cheese means Nigella sativa, also called nigella or kalonji—not black sesame. Its seeds have a distinctive peppery, slightly onion-like flavour, so swapping in sesame will noticeably change the taste.
Turmeric and black seed curd cheese should taste mildly earthy and savoury, not strongly bitter. A large amount of turmeric can make the flavour harsh, while the black seed adds its own pungent notes; the balance depends on how generously the cheese is seasoned.
Yes, turmeric and black seed curd cheese is simple to make by mixing plain fresh curd cheese with turmeric and black seed. Add the seasonings gradually and taste as you go, then refrigerate the mixture in a clean, covered container.
Yes, turmeric and black seed curd cheese can be used as a savoury pastry filling. It suits hand pies, savoury tarts, or stuffed flatbreads; combine it with herbs if you like, and drain any excess moisture so the pastry does not become soggy.
Yes, turmeric and black seed curd cheese can be warmed in a pan or added to cooked dishes. Fresh curd cheese may soften and release moisture when heated, so use moderate heat and avoid prolonged frying if you want it to keep its texture.
Keep turmeric and black seed curd cheese refrigerated in a sealed container after opening. Follow the package’s use-by and storage instructions; for homemade cheese, use clean utensils and discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture changes.
Sometimes, but turmeric and black seed curd cheese is not a like-for-like paneer substitute. Paneer holds its shape when cooked, while fresh curd cheese is softer and may break apart or release moisture; it is better suited to fillings, spreads, and dishes where a soft texture works.
Turmeric and black seed curd cheese has no proven special health effect beyond being a food. Turmeric and black seed contribute flavour, but eating this cheese has not been shown to prevent or treat illness, and claims that the spices boost immunity should not be treated as established fact.
Vitamins
B12
0.72µg · 30% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
B5
0.42mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.1µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
175mg · 25% DV
Selenium
10µg · 18% DV
Sodium
310mg · 13% DV
Iodine
17µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
118mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Turmeric and black seed curd cheese is fresh lor cheese seasoned with turmeric and black seed. Lor is a soft Turkish cheese traditionally made from whey; it has a moist, slightly crumbly texture and a mild milky flavour. The turmeric brings earthy warmth, while black seed adds a pleasantly sharp, savoury note.
In Turkey, it is commonly served at breakfast with bread, tomatoes and other fresh vegetables, and it also works well in savoury pastries, salads or as part of a meze spread. It is a protein-rich fresh cheese, so it makes a satisfying filling for a simple meal. Pair it with crisp vegetables or herbs, or use it in place of a richer cheese in a sandwich.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.22g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.