Original small curd cottage cheese

by Giant Eagle 24 oz in Cheeses Barcode 0030034008000
Average nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

Original small curd cottage cheese by Giant Eagle provides 100 kcal per 100 g, with 3.5 g of sugars and 10.6 g of protein. That is 76% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cheeses category and comes in a 24 oz pack. Contains: milk.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
4.4 g · Moderate
Saturated fat
2.7 g · Moderate
Sugars
3.5 g · Low
Salt
0.9 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 1/2 cup (113 g)

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 100 kcal 113 kcal 323 −69%
Total fat 4.4 g 5 g 6% 25.6 −83%
Saturated fat 2.7 g 3 g 15% 17.4 −85%
Carbohydrates 4.4 g 5 g 2% 4.5
Total sugars 3.5 g 4 g 2 +76%
Dietary fiber 0 g 0 g 0% 0.2 −100%
Protein 10.6 g 12 g 24% 21.4 −50%
Salt 0.9 g 1 g 1.7 −47%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 20877 Cheeses products on Foodmetria.

Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from December 2022. Other values: Open Food Facts.

Compared with other cheeses

Calories lower 4%
Sugars higher 20%
Salt lower 19%
Saturated fat lower 6%
Protein top 85%
Fiber top 100%

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

Ingredients

Cultured nonfat milk, milk, cream, contains less than 2% of: nonfat milk, whey, salt, maltodextrin, guar gum, citric acid, carrageenan, mono and diglycerides, locust bean gum, natural flavor, potassium sorbate and carbon dioxide (to preserve freshness), enzyme.

May contain palm oilNot vegan
Allergens
Milk

Additives 7

High overexposure risk
High overexposure risk
E412 - Guar gum
Emulsifier

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Quantity
24 oz
Serving size
1/2 cup (113 g)
Sold in
United States
Barcode
0030034008000

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Original small curd cottage cheese?

Original small curd cottage cheese contains 100 kcal per 100 g and about 113 kcal per serving (1/2 cup (113 g)).

How much sugar is in Original small curd cottage cheese?

Original small curd cottage cheese has 3.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Original small curd cottage cheese healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of C (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 Original small curd cottage cheese vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Original small curd cottage cheese contain?

According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated June 16, 2023. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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