Protein Cottage Cheese vs Queso fresco cottage
Overall, Protein Cottage Cheese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Protein Cottage Cheese | Queso fresco cottage |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 77 kcal | 93 kcal |
| Fat | 1.5 g | 4 g |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 2.6 g |
| Sugars | 2 g | 1.6 g |
| Salt | 1.6 g | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | — | 0 g |
| Protein | 15 g | 13 g |
| Additives | 1 | 1 |
| Allergens | Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Protein Cottage Cheese has 18% fewer calories (77 kcal vs 93 kcal).
- Protein Cottage Cheese has 63% less fat (1.5 g vs 4 g).
- Protein Cottage Cheese has 62% less saturated fat (1 g vs 2.6 g).
- Queso fresco cottage has 20% less sugar (1.6 g vs 2 g).
- Queso fresco cottage has 48% less salt (0.8 g vs 1.6 g).
- Protein Cottage Cheese has 13% more protein (15 g vs 13 g).
- Queso fresco cottage is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Protein Cottage Cheese
Pasteurised semi-skimmed cow’s milk, milk protein, salt, modified starch, preservative (potassium ascorbic), lactic acid bacteria, rennet (microbial). Minimum fat in dry content 8.3%. Maximum moisture content 84%
Queso fresco cottage
Leche de vaca desnatada pasteurizada, nata, sal, conservador (E202), fermentos lácticos, cuajo microbiano.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Protein Cottage Cheese or Queso fresco cottage?
Overall, Protein Cottage Cheese 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?
Protein Cottage Cheese has fewer calories: 77 kcal versus 93 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Queso fresco cottage has less sugar: 1.6 g versus 2 g per 100 g.