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Low-fat, low-sodium source of protein and calcium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Unsalted Low-Fat Hatay Cheese (30 g) has 26 calories. That works out to 88 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 156 mg of Calcium covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
26
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1g
· 0% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% 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 15% · Protein 75% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 26 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
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 piece (medium) | 30 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 15 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 45 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 44 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 60 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 80 g | 70 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 88 kcal |
Calculated from 88 calories per 100 g.
Unsalted low-fat Hatay cheese is a lower-fat, salt-free version of a cheese associated with Hatay, a region in southern Turkey. It can be eaten fresh or used in recipes, though its exact texture may vary between products.
Yes, you can use unsalted low-fat Hatay cheese for kunefe, but the result depends on how well the cheese melts and stretches. A lower-fat version may be less creamy or stretchy than cheese specifically made for kunefe.
It tastes milder and less salty than salted cheese, but it need not taste bland. Serve unsalted low-fat Hatay cheese with herbs, tomatoes, or olives, or season a cooked recipe to taste rather than adding salt automatically.
Sometimes, but unsalted low-fat Hatay cheese is not a guaranteed one-for-one mozzarella substitute. Its melting and stretch can differ, so it is a better fit for fillings and baked dishes where a precise mozzarella-like pull is not essential.
It can melt, but how much it stretches depends on the cheese’s moisture and texture. Unsalted low-fat Hatay cheese may not become as stretchy or creamy as a full-fat cheese made specifically for melting.
No, unsalted low-fat Hatay cheese does not need soaking to remove salt. If it seems wet, pat it dry before adding it to a filling so that it contributes less excess moisture to the dish.
Keep unsalted low-fat Hatay cheese refrigerated in a clean, sealed container and follow the package’s storage directions. Avoid leaving it at room temperature; if it is packed with liquid, keeping it covered in that liquid can help prevent it from drying out.
Yes, but freezing may make unsalted low-fat Hatay cheese crumbly or watery after thawing. It is usually more suitable for cooked fillings and baked dishes after freezing than for serving in slices.
Its mild, unsalted taste lets the sweet syrup in kunefe remain prominent, while the cheese supplies a savory, creamy contrast. The particular cheese still needs a suitable melting texture; a low-fat version may give a less rich result.
It can be a useful filling option because it provides protein, but portion size and what you serve with it still matter. Pair unsalted low-fat Hatay cheese with vegetables or whole-grain bread rather than relying on cheese alone to keep you full.
Vitamins
B12
0.22µg · 9% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
B5
0.11mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.54µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Calcium
156mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
99mg · 14% DV
Selenium
3.6µg · 7% DV
Zinc
0.57mg · 5% DV
Sodium
26mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
32mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Unsalted Low-Fat Hatay Cheese draws on the cheese-making traditions of Hatay, a region in southern Türkiye. It is made without added salt and with reduced fat; the exact texture can vary with the method, but it is generally mild and works well in both simple meals and cooking.
In Hatay and elsewhere in Türkiye, cheese is a familiar part of breakfast, often served with bread, tomatoes and olives. This version can also be crumbled into eggs or used in savoury pastries and other home cooking. It offers protein and calcium with little fat, making it a useful choice when you want a lighter cheese. Pair it with fresh herbs or vegetables, and season the rest of the dish to taste rather than relying on the cheese for salt.
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 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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.09g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.