Comparison

British Red Leicester cheese vs Red Leicester

Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.

Nutrition per 100 g

Nutrient	British Red Leicester cheese	Red Leicester
Nutri-Score	d	d
NOVA group	4	4
Calories	401 kcal	403 kcal
Fat	34 g	33.6 g
Saturated fat	21 g	21.1 g
Sugars	0.5 g	0.1 g
Salt	1.6 g	1.7 g
Fiber	0.5 g	0 g
Protein	24 g	25 g
Additives	2	2
Allergens	Milk	Milk

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

Red Leicester has 80% less sugar (0.1 g vs 0.5 g).
British Red Leicester cheese has 100% more fiber (0.5 g vs 0 g).

Ingredients

British Red Leicester cheese

cheese (milk), colour: annatto norbixin

Red Leicester

milk, annatto norbixin

FAQ

Which is healthier: British Red Leicester cheese or Red Leicester?

Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.

Which has fewer calories?

British Red Leicester cheese has fewer calories: 401 kcal versus 403 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Red Leicester has less sugar: 0.1 g versus 0.5 g per 100 g.

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