Comparison

Red leister cheese vs Red Leicester

Overall, Red leister cheese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 2 of our comparison points versus 1.

Better choice

Nutrition per 100 g

Nutrient	Red leister cheese	Red Leicester
Nutri-Score	d	d
NOVA group	4	4
Calories	403 kcal	403 kcal
Fat	33.7 g	33.6 g
Saturated fat	21 g	21.1 g
Sugars	1.7 g	0.1 g
Salt	1 g	1.7 g
Fiber	1.7 g	0 g
Protein	25 g	25 g
Additives	2	2
Allergens	Milk	Milk

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

Red Leicester has 94% less sugar (0.1 g vs 1.7 g).
Red leister cheese has 40% less salt (1 g vs 1.7 g).
Red leister cheese has 100% more fiber (1.7 g vs 0 g).

Ingredients

Red leister cheese

Red Leicester Cheese (Cows' Milk), Colour: Annatto Norbixin.

Red Leicester

milk, annatto norbixin

FAQ

Which is healthier: Red leister cheese or Red Leicester?

Overall, Red leister 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?

Red Leicester has fewer calories: 403 kcal versus 403 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Red Leicester has less sugar: 0.1 g versus 1.7 g per 100 g.

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