Cheddar Shreds vs Grated Cheddar Alternative
Overall, Grated Cheddar Alternative has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Cheddar Shreds | Grated Cheddar Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 300 kcal | 285 kcal |
| Fat | 20 g | 21 g |
| Saturated fat | 13.3 g | 18 g |
| Sugars | 3.3 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 2 g | 1.7 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 5.1 g |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 0.5 g |
| Additives | 3 | 5 |
| Allergens | None listed | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Cheddar Shreds has 26% less saturated fat (13.3 g vs 18 g).
- Grated Cheddar Alternative has no sugar, while Cheddar Shreds has 3.3 g.
- Grated Cheddar Alternative has 15% less salt (1.7 g vs 2 g).
- Grated Cheddar Alternative has 100% more fiber (5.1 g vs 0 g).
- Cheddar Shreds has 85% more protein (3.3 g vs 0.5 g).
- Only Grated Cheddar Alternative lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Cheddar Shreds
DAIYA OAT CREAM™ BLEND (WATER, GLUTEN-FREE OAT FLOUR, PEA PROTEIN, CULTURES, ENZYMES), TAPIOCA STARCH, COCONUT OIL, CORN STARCH, EXPELLER PRESSED SAFFLOWER OIL, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, LESS THAN 2 PERCENT OF: KONJAC FLOUR, FRUIT AND VEGETABLE JUICE (FOR COLOR), YEAST EXTRACT, ANNATTO (FOR COLOR), SALT, DEXTROSE, XANTHAN GUM, LACTIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORS.
Grated Cheddar Alternative
Water, Coconut Oil (21%), Modified Potato Starch, Maize Starch, Gluten Free _Oat_ Fibre, Modified Maize Starch, Thickeners (Carrageenan, Guar Gum), Salt, Yeast Extract, Calcium Citrate, Flavouring, Acidity Regulators (Lactic Acid, Sodium Lactate), Colour (Carotenes).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Cheddar Shreds or Grated Cheddar Alternative?
Overall, Grated Cheddar Alternative has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. 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?
Grated Cheddar Alternative has fewer calories: 285 kcal versus 300 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Grated Cheddar Alternative has less sugar: 0 g versus 3.3 g per 100 g.