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Cheese Onion
Cheese Onion by Lay's provides 506 kcal per 100 g, with 2.9 g of sugars and 6.3 g of protein. That is 27% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cheese and onion crisps category and comes in a 175 g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 30 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 506 kcal | 152 kcal | 500 | |
| Total fat | 28 g | 8.4 g | 11% | 28.1 |
| Saturated fat | 2.1 g | 0.6 g | 3% | 3 −31% |
| Carbohydrates | 55 g | 16.5 g | 6% | 53.7 |
| Total sugars | 2.9 g | 0.9 g | 2.3 +27% | |
| Added sugars | 0.7 g | 0.2 g | 0% | 1 −32% |
| Dietary fiber | 5.1 g | 1.5 g | 5% | 4.2 +21% |
| Protein | 6.3 g | 1.9 g | 4% | 6.7 −6% |
| Salt | 0.9 g | 0.3 g | 1.4 −33% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 42 Cheese and onion crisps products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cheese and onion crisps
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
potatoes, vegetable oils (sunflower, rapeseed, corn, in varying proportions), flavouring for cheese and onions [whey permeate (from milk), sugar, flavourings (contains milk), rice flour, onion powder, acids (citric acid, malic acid), whey protein (from milk), garlic powder, cheddar cheese powder (from milk), colours (annatto bixin, paprika extract), maltodextrin, whey powder (from milk), skimmed milk powder], salt, sealed under protective atmosphere, store in a cool and dry place,
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 5
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 175 g
- Serving size
- 30 g
- Sold in
- Belgium
- Barcode
- 8710398165091
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cheese Onion?
Cheese Onion contains 506 kcal per 100 g and about 152 kcal per serving (30 g).
How much sugar is in Cheese Onion?
Cheese Onion has 2.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Cheese Onion healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Cheese Onion vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Cheese Onion contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 31, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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