Queso cotija
Queso cotija by Casa Melinda provides 357 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 21.4 g of protein. That is 100% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Cheeses category. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 onz (28 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 357 kcal | 100 kcal | 323 +11% | |
| Total fat | 28.6 g | 8 g | 10% | 25.6 +11% |
| Saturated fat | 17.9 g | 5 g | 25% | 17.4 |
| Carbohydrates | 3.6 g | 1 g | 0% | 4.5 −22% |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 2 −100% | |
| Dietary fiber | 0.9 g | 0.3 g | 1% | 0.2 +268% |
| Protein | 21.4 g | 6 g | 12% | 21.4 |
| Salt | 3.4 g | 0.9 g | 1.7 +97% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 20885 Cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from October 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Pasteurized milk, salt, culture, enzymes.
- Allergens
- Milk
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 onz (28 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0882465001279
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Queso cotija?
Queso cotija contains 357 kcal per 100 g and about 100 kcal per serving (1 onz (28 g)).
How much sugar is in Queso cotija?
Queso cotija has 0 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Queso cotija healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (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 Queso cotija vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Queso cotija contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 23, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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