Monterey Jack Queso
Monterey Jack Queso by On the Border provides 132 kcal per 100 g, with 2.9 g of sugars and 2.9 g of protein. That is 46% more 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 Cheeses category. Contains: milk, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 2 tbsp (34 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | 45 kcal | 323 −59% | |
| Total fat | 8.8 g | 3 g | 4% | 25.6 −66% |
| Saturated fat | 2.9 g | 1 g | 5% | 17.4 −83% |
| Carbohydrates | 8.8 g | 3 g | 1% | 4.5 +94% |
| Total sugars | 2.9 g | 1 g | 2 +46% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.3 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.2 −100% |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 1 g | 2% | 21.4 −86% |
| Salt | 2.1 g | 0.7 g | 1.7 +20% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 20877 Cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Water, nonfat milk, natural cheese [monterey jack, asadero and queso blanco cheeses (milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes)], soybean oil, jalapeno peppers, maltodextrin, modified corn starch, contains less than 2% of nonfat dry milk, salt, red bell peppers, tomatoes, natural flavor, sodium alginate, xanthan gum, sodium phosphate, yeast extract, vinegar, sodium citrate, datem, artificial color (titanium dioxide), sorbic acid (preservative), and lactic acid.
- Allergens
- MilkSoybeans
Additives 6
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 2 tbsp (34 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0781138807159
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Monterey Jack Queso?
Monterey Jack Queso contains 132 kcal per 100 g and about 45 kcal per serving (2 tbsp (34 g)).
How much sugar is in Monterey Jack Queso?
Monterey Jack Queso has 2.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Monterey Jack Queso 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 Monterey Jack Queso vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Monterey Jack Queso contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 30, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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