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Salty, semi-hard traditional Urfa cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (thin) of Urfa lavash cheese (30 g) has 89 calories. That works out to 295 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 5.6 g of protein, 7.1 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 slice (thin) · 30 g
89
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
5.6g
· 11% DV
Fat
7.1g
· 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 3% · Protein 25% · Fat 72%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 89 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.1 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.44 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.21 g | |
| Sodium | 294 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% |
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 (thin) | 30 g | 89 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 89 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 45 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 177 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 236 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 295 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 295 kcal |
Calculated from 295 calories per 100 g.
Urfa lavash cheese is a traditional cheese associated with Şanlıurfa in southeastern Turkey. Despite the name, it is cheese rather than bread: it is typically salty, semi-hard, and served sliced or used in cooked dishes.
Urfa lavash cheese has a noticeably salty, milky flavor and a firm but sliceable texture. Its exact sharpness varies with the maker and aging, so pair it with mild foods such as tomatoes, cucumbers, or unsalted bread.
Urfa lavash cheese is made by curdling milk, working the curd, and salting it; traditional versions may also be brined. Milk type, shaping, and aging can vary by producer, so not every version has exactly the same texture.
Urfa lavash cheese softens and can melt when heated, though the result varies with its moisture and age. Try it in toasties, flatbreads, or baked dishes, and go easy on added salt because the cheese is already salty.
Urfa lavash cheese is commonly eaten sliced, especially as a table cheese with bread and fresh vegetables. You can also add it to sandwiches or warm dishes; mild, unsalted accompaniments help balance its salty flavor.
Not as a direct substitute in every recipe. Urfa lavash cheese is a salty, semi-hard table cheese, while halloumi is known for holding its shape during frying; try Urfa lavash cheese in baked or toasted dishes rather than expecting identical grilling results.
Keep Urfa lavash cheese refrigerated in a sealed container after opening. If it came in brine, store it covered in its brine; otherwise wrap it airtight to limit drying, and use it while its aroma and texture remain fresh.
Yes, Urfa lavash cheese can be frozen, but thawing may make it drier or more crumbly. Divide it into portions and seal them well; use thawed cheese in cooked dishes, where a change in texture matters less.
To reduce the saltiness of Urfa lavash cheese, briefly soak a slice in cold water and taste it. Change the water if needed, but avoid a long soak, which can make the cheese lose flavor and firmness.
Urfa lavash cheese works in toasted sandwiches, savory pastries, and filled flatbreads. Its salty flavor pairs well with vegetables and herbs; taste the filling before adding salt, especially when combining it with other seasoned ingredients.
Vitamins
B12
0.33µg · 14% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
63µg · 7% DV
Biotin
0.96µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
156mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
108mg · 15% DV
Sodium
294mg · 13% DV
Zinc
0.78mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Urfa lavash cheese is a traditional cheese from the Şanlıurfa region of southeastern Turkey. Despite the name, it is cheese rather than bread: it is typically formed in thin, flat pieces and has a salty, semi-hard texture. Its flavour is distinctly savoury, with a firm bite that holds together when sliced.
In Turkey, it is commonly served at breakfast with bread, olives and fresh vegetables, and can also be tucked into toast or gözleme. It provides protein, but is also relatively rich in fat and salt, so a little can go a long way. If the saltiness is strong, briefly soaking a slice and patting it dry may make it more pleasant alongside milder foods.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.83g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.