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Lighter SOFT CHEESE
Lighter SOFT CHEESE by Sainsbury's provides 150 kcal per 100 g, with 3.9 g of sugars and 9.7 g of protein. That is 18% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Cream cheeses category and comes in a 250g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 serving (30 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 150 kcal | 45 kcal | 179 −16% | |
| Total fat | 11 g | 3.3 g | 4% | 14.2 −22% |
| Saturated fat | 7.6 g | 2.3 g | 12% | 9.5 −20% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.9 g | 1.2 g | 0% | 5.4 −28% |
| Total sugars | 3.9 g | 1.2 g | 4.7 −18% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.3 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.7 g | 0.2 g | 1% | 0.4 +87% |
| Protein | 9.7 g | 2.9 g | 6% | 8.4 +15% |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.2 g | 0.8 −40% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2160 Cream cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cream cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Medium Fat Soft Cheese (Cows' Milk)
- Allergens
- Milk
Product details
- Quantity
- 250g
- Serving size
- 1 serving (30 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 01810387
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Lighter SOFT CHEESE?
Lighter SOFT CHEESE contains 150 kcal per 100 g and about 45 kcal per serving (1 serving (30 g)).
How much sugar is in Lighter SOFT CHEESE?
Lighter SOFT CHEESE has 3.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Lighter SOFT CHEESE healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Lighter SOFT CHEESE vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Lighter SOFT CHEESE contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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