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Red Leicester
Red Leicester by Mini Cheddars provides 526 kcal per 100 g, with 4.1 g of sugars and 8.9 g of protein. That is 104% more 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 Cheeses category. Contains: gluten, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 pack (23 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 526 kcal | 121 kcal | 323 +63% | |
| Total fat | 30.9 g | 7.1 g | 9% | 25.6 +21% |
| Saturated fat | 15.2 g | 3.5 g | 18% | 17.4 −13% |
| Carbohydrates | 51.2 g | 11.8 g | 4% | 4.5 +1026% |
| Total sugars | 4.1 g | 0.9 g | 2 +104% | |
| Added sugars | 2.2 g | 0.5 g | 1% | 0.3 +711% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.6 g | 0.6 g | 2% | 0.2 +964% |
| Protein | 8.9 g | 2 g | 4% | 21.4 −58% |
| Salt | 2.5 g | 0.6 g | 1.7 +46% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 20877 Cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Vegetable Oil (Palm), Dried Powdered Cheese (6%) (Milk), Cheddar and Red Leicester Cheese Flavouring (Milk) [Salt, Wheat Flour, Natural Flavourings, Dried Buttermilk, Maltodextrin, Sugar, / cid (Citric Acid), Emulsifier (Gum Arabic)], Glucos Syrup, Sugar, Dried Whey (Milk), Barley Ma.. Fxtract, Raising Agents (Ammenium Bicarbonate, Sodium Bicarbonate), Salt, Acid (Lactic Acid), Natural Flavourings. For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. May also contain Soya. No artificial colours or flavours. Quality Guarantee Please contact us on our Careline if you chy feedback on our products, or write Consumer Services Team, enclosing y Th
- Allergens
- GlutenMilk
- May contain traces
- Soybeans
Additives 5
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 pack (23 g)
- Labels & certifications
- No artificial flavorsNo artificial colorsNo artificial colours or flavours
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000168035291
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Red Leicester?
Red Leicester contains 526 kcal per 100 g and about 121 kcal per serving (1 pack (23 g)).
How much sugar is in Red Leicester?
Red Leicester has 4.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Red Leicester 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 Red Leicester vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Red Leicester contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk. It may also contain traces of soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 20, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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