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Kavun ve Beyaz Peynir

A classic Turkish combination of sweet chilled melon and salty white cheese. Served as a simple, refreshing meze dish.

10 minEasyServes 4180 cal/serving

TurkishAppetizerNo-CookVegetarianMediterraneanLow CarbHalal-friendlyKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeSoy-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups honeydew melon, cubed
  • 8 oz Turkish white cheese, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
  • 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 pinches black pepper, cracked

Instructions

  1. 1

    Arrange the 4 cups cubed honeydew melon on a platter.

  2. 2

    Place the 8 oz sliced Turkish white cheese beside the melon.

  3. 3

    Garnish with the 1/4 cup torn fresh mint leaves.

  4. 4

    Drizzle with 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with 2 pinches cracked black pepper.

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Questions

What is Kavun ve Beyaz Peynir?

A classic Turkish combination of sweet chilled melon and salty white cheese. Served as a simple, refreshing meze dish. This reference files it under Turkish appetizer: made without cooking, rated easy and about 10 minutes start to finish.

Can I make Kavun ve Beyaz Peynir dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Kavun ve Beyaz Peynir is 8 oz Turkish white cheese, sliced. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Kavun ve Beyaz Peynir low-carb?

A serving of Kavun ve Beyaz Peynir carries 18 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 90 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 18 percent.

How many calories are in Kavun ve Beyaz Peynir?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 180 calories, with 7 g protein, 18 g carbohydrate and 10 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 480 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Kavun ve Beyaz Peynir?

Refrigerate what is left of Kavun ve Beyaz Peynir within two hours and eat it within three days. It is served cold; there is nothing to reheat.

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