Turkish Cheese & Egg Boat Pide
Turkish cheese and egg pide (peynirli yumurtalı pide) is the traditional Anatolian pastry boat: dough baked on stone and filled with Turkish kaşar cheese and a runny egg yolk. It has a medium glycemic index (clinically reviewed estimate ≈60) and makes a time-honoured Turkish breakfast full of energy and fullness.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Share the boat and eat only half, alongside a generous Turkish plate of tomato, cucumber, olives and rocket.
Best preparation methods
Make the dough with wholemeal or ancient-grain flour for more fibre, and add the egg in the last minute of baking so it stays soft and nutrient-rich without burning.
Important Nutritional Note
Eggs and cheese provide choline and complete protein, but plenty of yellow cheese and white flour raise the calories and saturated fat for people with arterial disease.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (200 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 210 kcal | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19 g |
| Carbohydrate | 22.5 g | 45 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 21.2 g | 42.4 g |
| Fat | 9 g | 18 g |
| Dietary fibre | 1.3 g | 2.6 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Turkish dishes with a glycemic index (7), it ranks 7 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Why is the glycemic index of Turkish pide medium (60)?
Because the dough is made from fine white flour; the protein and fat of the cheese and egg slow absorption, but the glycemic load remains noticeable.
How many calories are in half a cheese and egg pide (200 g)?
The portion contains about 420 kcal, 19 g of complete protein, 18 g of fat and around 45 g of carbohydrate.
Can it be made a healthy choice for weight loss?
Yes, by using low-fat lor cheese and a very thin base, and baking it with spinach and egg.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.