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Mexican shredded cheese
Mexican shredded cheese by Horizon Organic provides 357 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 D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Mexican cheeses category and comes in a 6 oz pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (28 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 357 kcal | 100 kcal | 359 | |
| Total fat | 25 g | 7 g | 9% | 29 −14% |
| Saturated fat | 17.9 g | 5 g | 25% | 25.5 −30% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.6 g | 1 g | 0% | 6.7 −47% |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0.5 −100% | |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.8 −100% |
| Protein | 25 g | 7 g | 14% | 32.6 −23% |
| Salt | 2.3 g | 0.6 g | 1.5 +48% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 126 Mexican cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from November 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other mexican cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Organic colby cheese (cultured pasteurized organic milk, salt, organic annatto [color], microbial enzymes [non-animal, rennetless]), organic monterey jack cheese (cultured pasteurized organic milk, salt, microbial enzymes [non-animal, rennetless]), organic cheddar cheese (cultured pasteurized organic milk, salt, microbial enzymes [non-animal, rennetless]), cellulose (to prevent caking).
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 6 oz
- Serving size
- 1/4 cup (28 g)
- Labels & certifications
- OrganicVegetarianVegan
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0742365606502
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Mexican shredded cheese?
Mexican shredded cheese contains 357 kcal per 100 g and about 100 kcal per serving (1/4 cup (28 g)).
How much sugar is in Mexican shredded cheese?
Mexican shredded cheese has 0 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Mexican shredded cheese healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (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 Mexican shredded cheese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Mexican shredded cheese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 29, 2023. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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