Cheese Manakeesh
The joy of stretchy, melted cheese on hot oven-baked bread: a breakfast loved by young and old. The fat and protein of the akkawi cheese slow the absorption of the dough's starch, with a moderate glycemic index (≈55) and fullness that lasts for hours, but the saltiness of the cheese needs attention.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Order your manakish half and half (za'atar and cheese) to combine the benefits of olive oil with the filling protein of cheese, with half the saturated fat, and always have fresh vegetables with it.
Best preparation methods
Desalt akkawi cheese well by soaking it and changing the water to bring the sodium down to a level that is easier on blood pressure, and use less cheese on top of the bread.
Important Nutritional Note
A whole cheese manakish can be high in sodium and saturated fat, so half a bread is enough if you are watching your heart health or blood fats.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (100 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 312 kcal | 312 kcal |
| Protein | 13 g | 13 g |
| Carbohydrate | 38 g | 38 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 35.8 g | 35.8 g |
| Fat | 12 g | 12 g |
| Dietary fibre | 2.2 g | 2.2 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Breads & pastries with a glycemic index (8), it ranks 5 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Is Cheese Manakeesh good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 100 g portion gives 312 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Cheese Manakeesh affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 55 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 100 g portion has a glycemic load of 19.7 (Medium), so it is best combined with protein or fibre-rich vegetables.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Cheese Manakeesh?
A typical 100 g portion of Cheese Manakeesh provides about 312 kcal, 13 g protein, 38 g carbohydrate, 12 g fat and 2.2 g fibre.
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.