Cottage cheese vs Queso fresco cottage
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Cottage cheese | Queso fresco cottage |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | b |
| NOVA group | 3 | 3 |
| Calories | 88 kcal | 93 kcal |
| Fat | 3.7 g | 4 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.4 g | 2.6 g |
| Sugars | 1.6 g | 1.6 g |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 12 g | 13 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Ingredients
Cottage cheese
lait écrémé pasteurisé, sel, ferments lactiques
Queso fresco cottage
Leche de vaca desnatada pasteurizada, nata, sal, conservador (E202), fermentos lácticos, cuajo microbiano.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Cottage cheese or Queso fresco cottage?
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?
Cottage cheese has fewer calories: 88 kcal versus 93 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Queso fresco cottage has less sugar: 1.6 g versus 1.6 g per 100 g.