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Plant-based, dairy-free, vegan-friendly, Kasar cheese alternative
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Vegan Kasar Cheese (25 g) has 68 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.5 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 25 g
68
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
4.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 28% · Protein 4% · Fat 68%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 68 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.25 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 200 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% |
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) | 25 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 162 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 200 g | 540 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Yes, Vegan Kasar Cheese softens and melts when heated, but its stretch and browning vary by brand. Use moderate heat for toasties or baked dishes; very high heat can dry or brown the outside before the middle has warmed through.
Vegan Kasar Cheese is usually made from a blend of plant-based ingredients such as oils and starches, sometimes with plant protein. Recipes differ between brands, so the texture and melting behaviour are not identical across products.
Vegan Kasar Cheese is made to resemble kaşar, a Turkish semi-hard cheese, but it does not taste exactly like dairy cheese. Its flavour can be mild, salty, or more pronounced depending on the recipe, and heating changes its taste and texture.
Slice or grate Vegan Kasar Cheese and place it between the bread before cooking. A moderate setting gives the cheese time to soften without burning the bread; thinner slices tend to heat more evenly than a thick piece.
Yes, Vegan Kasar Cheese can be used as a topping or filling for Turkish pide. Add it toward the end of baking if you want it just softened, since some varieties brown quickly or do not stretch as much as dairy cheese.
Keep Vegan Kasar Cheese sealed or tightly wrapped in the refrigerator after opening. Use a clean knife when cutting it and avoid leaving it at room temperature for long; follow the storage directions on its package for that specific product.
Yes, Vegan Kasar Cheese can be frozen, though thawing may make it crumbly or alter its texture. Freeze it in tightly wrapped portions and thaw it in the refrigerator. The thawed cheese is often easiest to use in cooked dishes.
Yes, Vegan Kasar Cheese can be eaten cold straight from the package. It works in sandwiches or on a snack plate, though its flavour and firmness may differ from when it is melted in a toastie or baked dish.
Usually not to the same extent as mozzarella. Vegan Kasar Cheese is designed as a kaşar-style alternative, and its stretch depends on the recipe; it may soften or melt without forming long, stretchy strands.
Yes, Vegan Kasar Cheese can replace dairy kaşar in many sandwiches and cooked recipes. The flavour, saltiness, and melting behaviour can differ, so adjust seasoning and avoid assuming it will brown or stretch exactly like dairy cheese.
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.25µg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.13mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
200mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
10mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
18mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 68 calories in 1 slice (medium) (25 g):
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Vegan Kasar Cheese is a plant-based alternative designed to echo kaşar, the mild, sliceable cheese popular in Turkey. It contains no dairy, and its ingredients and melt can vary by product, so it is best thought of as a cheese-style substitute rather than a nutritional equivalent of traditional kaşar.
In Turkey, kaşar is a familiar choice for breakfast, toast and sandwiches; this version can be used in much the same way, including in a toasted sandwich or a warm wrap. It has relatively little protein and is more notable for its fat content: the listed amount is 20 g per 100 g. Pair a modest portion with vegetables, or add it to a meal with beans or lentils for a more filling combination.
Low
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 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
✓ 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
2.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.