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White Cecil Cheese Calories
Traditional Turkish cheese, low-fat, salty, stringy texture
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of White Cecil Cheese (30 g) has 78 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 6.9 g of protein, 4.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 234 mg of Calcium covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
White Cecil Cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
78
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.9g
· 14% DV
Fat
4.8g
· 6% 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 38% · Fat 59%
White Cecil Cheese nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 78 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.8 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 3.15 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 330 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium White Cecil Cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 15 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 52 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 60 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 70 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 serving (triple) | 90 g | 234 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About White Cecil Cheese
What is white Cecil cheese?
White Cecil cheese is a traditional Turkish cheese made by stretching and pulling curds into thin strands. It has a stringy texture and is commonly eaten as a table cheese or used in cooked dishes.
How do you eat white Cecil cheese?
You can pull white Cecil cheese apart into strands and eat it with bread, add it to salads, or use it as a filling. Its salty, stringy character works especially well in warm flatbreads and pastries.
How is white Cecil cheese made?
White Cecil cheese is made by heating and kneading curds, then stretching them into long, fine strands before salting. The type of milk and exact method can vary between producers and regions.
Is white Cecil cheese the same as string cheese?
No, white Cecil cheese is a traditional Turkish stretched-curd cheese, while “string cheese” can refer to several different cheeses and products. They may both pull into strands, but their flavor, saltiness, and production methods are not necessarily the same.
Does white Cecil cheese melt well?
White Cecil cheese softens when heated, but it may not melt into a smooth, uniform layer like mozzarella. Its strands can remain noticeable, making it more suitable for fillings and toppings where a stringy texture is welcome.
Where does white Cecil cheese come from?
White Cecil cheese is associated with eastern Turkey, particularly the Erzurum region. Similar strand-style cheeses are made elsewhere in the country, and local versions can differ in saltiness, texture, and the milk used.
How should you store white Cecil cheese after opening?
Keep white Cecil cheese refrigerated in an airtight container so the strands do not dry out. If it came packed in brine, store it in that liquid; once opened, use it promptly while its texture and flavor are at their best.
Can you use white Cecil cheese instead of mozzarella?
You can use white Cecil cheese in place of mozzarella in some fillings, but it will taste saltier and may not melt as smoothly. Tear it into small strands, and reduce added salt in the recipe.
Can you freeze white Cecil cheese?
Yes, white Cecil cheese can be frozen, though thawing may make its strands drier or less distinct. Freeze it in a sealed container and save thawed cheese for cooked dishes such as pastries rather than serving it as a table cheese.
Does white Cecil cheese have to be made from cow’s milk?
No, white Cecil cheese is not always made from cow’s milk; the milk used can vary by producer and region. Check the product’s ingredient information if you need to know which milk was used.
White Cecil Cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.2mg · 15% DV
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
66µg · 7% DV
B5
0.15mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
234mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
144mg · 21% DV
Sodium
330mg · 14% DV
Zinc
0.96mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
24mg · 1% DV
White Cecil Cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off White Cecil Cheese
To burn the 78 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is White Cecil Cheese?
White Cecil Cheese is a white Turkish cheese made by working the curds into fine, separable strands. Its stringy texture and distinctly salty flavour set it apart from smooth, sliceable cheeses.
In Turkey, it is often pulled apart and served at breakfast with bread and fresh vegetables, or tucked into pastries. Elsewhere, try it crumbled over a salad or in a sandwich; its savouriness pairs well with tomatoes and herbs. It is protein-rich and relatively low in fat, though still salty, so fresh produce makes a good companion.
How Nutritious Is White Cecil Cheese?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is White Cecil Cheese Processed?
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.
Does White Cecil Cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is White Cecil Cheese Good For?
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
White Cecil Cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.21g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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