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Queso panela light
Queso panela Esmeralda light
Queso panela light by Esmeralda provides 211 kcal per 100 g, with 0.3 g of sugars and 17 g of protein. That is 28% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Mexican cheeses category and comes in a 400g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 100g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 211 kcal | 211 kcal | 359 −41% | |
| Total fat | 15 g | 15 g | 19% | 29 −48% |
| Saturated fat | 10.3 g | 10.3 g | 52% | 25.5 −60% |
| Carbohydrates | 2 g | 2 g | 1% | 6.7 −70% |
| Total sugars | 0.3 g | 0.3 g | 0.5 −28% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.8 −100% |
| Protein | 17 g | 17 g | 34% | 32.6 −48% |
| Salt | 1.8 g | 1.8 g | 1.5 +17% |
*% 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
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Leche parcialmente descremada pasteurizada de vaca, Leche descremada en polvo. Sal yodada, Mono y digliceridos de ácidos grasos, Goma quar, Citrato de potasio, Maltodextrina. Alginato de sodio, Fostato disódico. Carraperina, Cloruro de calcio, Ácido cítrico, Cuajo y Nisina CONTIENE LECHE Composición tipica: Humedad máx. 62%. Grasa butirica min. 13% máx. 15%. Proteína mírn 17%
- Allergens
- Milk
- May contain traces
- Milk
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 400g
- Serving size
- 100g
- Labels & certifications
- Exceso sodio
- Sold in
- Mexico, Spain
- Barcode
- 7501669898289
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Queso panela light?
Queso panela light contains 211 kcal per 100 g and about 211 kcal per serving (100g).
How much sugar is in Queso panela light?
Queso panela light has 0.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Queso panela light healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Queso panela light vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Queso panela light contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 28, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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