Mexican Style Shredded Cheese vs Mexican Blend
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Mexican Style Shredded Cheese
Mexican Blend
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Mexican Style Shredded Chees... | Mexican Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 393 kcal | 357 kcal |
| Fat | 32.1 g | 28.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 17.9 g | 17.9 g |
| Sugars | 0 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 1.6 g | 1.6 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 25 g | 21.4 g |
| Additives | 3 | 1 |
| Allergens | Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Mexican Blend has 11% less fat (28.6 g vs 32.1 g).
- Mexican Style Shredded Cheese has 14% more protein (25 g vs 21.4 g).
Ingredients
Mexican Style Shredded Cheese
Organic colby jack cheese (organic cultured pasteurized milk, salt, microbial enzymes, organic annatto), organic cheddar cheese (organic cultured pasteurized milk, salt, microbial enzymes), organic monterey jack cheese (organic cultured pasteurized milk, salt, microbial enzymes), powdered cellulose (added to prevent caking).
Mexican Blend
Monterey Jack cheese, cheddar cheese, whole milk low-moisture mozzarella cheese, asadero cheese, modified cornstarch, natamycin.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mexican Style Shredded Cheese or Mexican Blend?
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?
Mexican Blend has fewer calories: 357 kcal versus 393 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Mexican Style Shredded Cheese has less sugar: 0 g versus 0 g per 100 g.