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Queso cotija

by Excelsior in Mexican cheeses Barcode 7503020771354

Nutri-Score

Not enough data to compute

Processing (NOVA)

1234

Processed food

Green-Score

Environmental impact estimate

Queso cotija by Excelsior provides 360 kcal per 100 g and 24.2 g of protein. It is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Mexican cheeses category. Contains: milk.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat

29.1 g · High

Saturated fat

14.9 g · High

Salt

4.1 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 100 g

Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving	% DV*	Category avg
Calories	360 kcal	360 kcal		359
Total fat	29.1 g	29.1 g	37%	29
Saturated fat	14.9 g	14.9 g	75%	25.5 −42%
Carbohydrates	3 g	3 g	1%	6.7 −55%
Added sugars	0 g	0 g	0%	0 −100%
Protein	24.2 g	24.2 g	48%	32.6 −26%
Salt	4.1 g	4.1 g		1.5 +168%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 126 Mexican cheeses products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other mexican cheeses

Calories

higher 45%

Salt

higher 4%

Saturated fat

lower 26%

Protein

top 42%

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

Ingredients

LECHE ENTERA DE VACA, CLORURO DE CALCIO, SAL YODADA, ENZIMAS Y NATAMICINA (COMO CONSERVADOR NATURAL)

Palm oil freeNot vegan

Allergens: Milk

Product details

Serving size: 100 g
Labels & certifications: Made in Mexico
Sold in: Spain
Barcode: 7503020771354

Prices reported by shoppers

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Recipe & label changes

September 22, 2026
- Calories: — → 360.05
- Fat: — → 29.09
- Saturated fat: — → 14.91
- Salt: — → 4.11
- Protein: — → 24.23

Changes to this product's label data recorded since Foodmetria started tracking it.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Queso cotija?

Queso cotija contains 360 kcal per 100 g and about 360 kcal per serving (100 g).

Is Queso cotija healthy?

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 September 22, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.