Queso fresco tio cotija

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Queso fresco tio cotija

in Mexican cheeses Barcode 8437016048108
Nutri-Score
Poor nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Processed food
Green-Score
c
Environmental impact estimate

Queso fresco tio cotija provides 182 kcal per 100 g, with 3 g of sugars and 11 g of protein. That is 556% more 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

Fat
14 g · Moderate
Saturated fat
9.6 g · High
Sugars
3 g · Low
Salt
2 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 182 kcal 359 −49%
Total fat 14 g 29 −52%
Saturated fat 9.6 g 25.5 −62%
Carbohydrates 3 g 6.7 −55%
Total sugars 3 g 0.5 +556%
Added sugars 0 g 0 −100%
Dietary fiber 0 g 0.8 −100%
Protein 11 g 32.6 −66%
Salt 2 g 1.5 +30%

Category average across 126 Mexican cheeses products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other mexican cheeses

Calories lower 3%
Sugars higher 10%
Salt higher 17%
Saturated fat lower 9%
Protein top 97%
Fiber top 100%

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

Ingredients

LECHE pasteurizada de vaca (Origen: España), sal, cloruro cálcico y cuajo. (Contiene LACTOSA).

Palm oil freeNot veganMaybe vegetarian
Allergens
Milk

Product details

Sold in
Spain
Barcode
8437016048108

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Queso fresco tio cotija?

Queso fresco tio cotija contains 182 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Queso fresco tio cotija?

Queso fresco tio cotija has 3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Queso fresco tio cotija 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 tio cotija vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Queso fresco tio 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 5, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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