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Queso fresco
Queso fresco by Vega e Hijos provides 241 kcal per 100 g, with 2.7 g of sugars and 15 g of protein. That is 27% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Fresh cheeses category and comes in a 500 g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 100 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 241 kcal | 241 kcal | 184 +31% | |
| Total fat | 19 g | 19 g | 24% | 13.8 +38% |
| Saturated fat | 13 g | 13 g | 65% | 9 +45% |
| Carbohydrates | 2.7 g | 2.7 g | 1% | 4.4 −39% |
| Total sugars | 2.7 g | 2.7 g | 3.6 −27% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.9 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.2 −100% |
| Protein | 15 g | 15 g | 30% | 10.7 +40% |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 0.8 g | 0.8 |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 572 Fresh cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other fresh cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
leche pasteurizada
- Allergens
- Milk
Product details
- Quantity
- 500 g
- Serving size
- 100 g
- Labels & certifications
- No preservatives
- Sold in
- Spain
- Barcode
- 8411394462022
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Queso fresco?
Queso fresco contains 241 kcal per 100 g and about 241 kcal per serving (100 g).
How much sugar is in Queso fresco?
Queso fresco has 2.7 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 C (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 March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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