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Cheese & Onion by Sainsbury's
Cheese & Onion by Sainsbury's by Sainsbury's provides 516 kcal per 100 g, with 20 g of sugars and 5.6 g of protein. That is 895% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cheeses category. Contains: eggs, milk, mustard.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 516 kcal | 323 +60% |
| Total fat | 26.8 g | 25.6 +5% |
| Saturated fat | 9.4 g | 17.4 −46% |
| Carbohydrates | 63 g | 4.5 +1286% |
| Total sugars | 20 g | 2 +895% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0.3 −100% |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 21.4 −74% |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 1.7 −69% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 20925 Cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Mayonnaise (Water, Rapeseed Oil, Cornflour, Spirit Vinegar, White Wine Vinegar, Pasteurised Egg, Salt, Mustard Powder), Red Leicester Cheese (Cows' Milk) (with Colour: Annatto Norbixin) (19%), Medium Matured Cheddar Cheese (Cows' Milk) (18%), Onion (10%), Medium Fat Soft Cheese (Cows' Milk), Water, Chives, Rapeseed Oil, Cornflour.
- Allergens
- EggsMilkMustard
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 01794083
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cheese & Onion by Sainsbury's?
Cheese & Onion by Sainsbury's contains 516 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Cheese & Onion by Sainsbury's?
Cheese & Onion by Sainsbury's has 20 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Cheese & Onion by Sainsbury's healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (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 by Sainsbury's vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Cheese & Onion by Sainsbury's contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Milk, Mustard. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated July 15, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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