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Parmesan
Parmesan provides 492 kcal per 100 g, with 0.5 g of sugars and 45.5 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is E. It is listed in the Grated cheese category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 492 kcal | 358 +37% |
| Total fat | 34.2 g | 27.1 +26% |
| Saturated fat | 23.5 g | 19.1 +23% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.6 g | 3.8 −84% |
| Total sugars | 0.5 g | 0.5 |
| Protein | 45.5 g | 28.1 +62% |
| Salt | 3.3 g | 1.8 +84% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1497 Grated cheese products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other grated cheese
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Product details
- Sold in
- France
- Barcode
- 8719326045535
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Parmesan?
Parmesan contains 492 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Parmesan?
Parmesan has 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Parmesan 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 March 24, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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