Cotija by Nuestro Queso

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Cotija

by Nuestro Queso 5 oz in Mexican cheeses Barcode 0814633019175

Mexican style parmesan

Nutri-Score
Bad nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Unknown
Green-Score
d
Environmental impact estimate

Cotija by Nuestro Queso provides 321 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 25 g of protein. That is 100% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E. It is listed in the Mexican cheeses category and comes in a 5 oz pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
25 g · High
Saturated fat
14.3 g · High
Sugars
0 g · Low
Salt
3.3 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 28 g

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 321 kcal 90 kcal 359 −10%
Total fat 25 g 7 g 9% 29 −14%
Saturated fat 14.3 g 4 g 20% 25.5 −44%
Carbohydrates 7.1 g 2 g 1% 6.7 +7%
Total sugars 0 g 0 g 0.5 −100%
Protein 25 g 7 g 14% 32.6 −23%
Salt 3.3 g 0.9 g 1.5 +115%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 126 Mexican cheeses products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other mexican cheeses

Calories lower 27%
Sugars lower 1%
Salt higher 9%
Saturated fat lower 15%
Protein top 42%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Product details

Quantity
5 oz
Serving size
28 g
Labels & certifications
No glutenNo artificial additives
Sold in
United States
Barcode
0814633019175

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Cotija?

Cotija contains 321 kcal per 100 g and about 90 kcal per serving (28 g).

How much sugar is in Cotija?

Cotija has 0 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Cotija healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst). Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 5, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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