Cottage Cheese vs Kimchi
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Cottage Cheese | Kimchi |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | d |
| NOVA group | 3 | 3 |
| Calories | 103 kcal | 26 kcal |
| Fat | 4.6 g | 0.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 3 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 2.7 g | 2.7 g |
| Salt | 0.6 g | 4.8 g |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1.5 g |
| Protein | 12 g | 1.5 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | Milk | Fish |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Kimchi has 75% fewer calories (26 kcal vs 103 kcal).
- Kimchi has 92% less fat (0.4 g vs 4.6 g).
- Kimchi has 98% less saturated fat (0.1 g vs 3 g).
- Cottage Cheese has 87% less salt (0.6 g vs 4.8 g).
- Kimchi has 82% more fiber (1.5 g vs 0.3 g).
- Cottage Cheese has 88% more protein (12 g vs 1.5 g).
- Cottage Cheese has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Cottage Cheese lists: Milk.
- Only Kimchi lists: Fish.
Ingredients
Cottage Cheese
_Leche_ desnatada pasteurizada, _nata_ pasteurizada, sal, fermentos _lácticos_, coagulante de leche microbiano.
Kimchi
Chinese Cabbage (pak-choil, Daikon Radish, Carrots, Spring Onions, Sea Salt, FISH SAUCÉ (Filtered Water, Sugar, Anchovy Extract), Garlic, Chili Powder, Ginger, Cayenne Pepper.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Cottage Cheese or Kimchi?
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?
Kimchi has fewer calories: 26 kcal versus 103 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Cottage Cheese has less sugar: 2.7 g versus 2.7 g per 100 g.