Queso fresco
Queso fresco by Nuestro Queso Llc provides 286 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 17.9 g of protein. That is 100% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Mexican cheeses category. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (28 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 286 kcal | 80 kcal | 359 −20% | |
| Total fat | 21.4 g | 6 g | 8% | 29 −26% |
| Saturated fat | 14.3 g | 4 g | 20% | 25.5 −44% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.6 g | 1 g | 0% | 6.7 −47% |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0.5 −100% | |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.8 −100% |
| Protein | 17.9 g | 5 g | 10% | 32.6 −45% |
| Salt | 2 g | 0.6 g | 1.5 +28% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 126 Mexican cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from July 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other mexican cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Pasteurized milk, non fat milk, palm oil, salt, cream, calcium chloride, enzymes, cultures.
- Allergens
- Milk
Product details
- Serving size
- 1/4 cup (28 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0814633018253
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Queso fresco?
Queso fresco contains 286 kcal per 100 g and about 80 kcal per serving (1/4 cup (28 g)).
How much sugar is in Queso fresco?
Queso fresco has 0 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Queso fresco healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (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 fresco vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Queso fresco contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 22, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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