Red Leicester by Essential Waitrose

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Red Leicester

by Essential Waitrose in Cheeses from England Barcode 5000169375402
Nutri-Score
Poor nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Unknown
Green-Score
c
Environmental impact estimate

Red Leicester by Essential Waitrose provides 411 kcal per 100 g, with 0.1 g of sugars and 24.9 g of protein. That is 96% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D. It is listed in the Cheeses from England category. Contains: milk.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
34.5 g · High
Saturated fat
21.5 g · High
Sugars
0.1 g · Low
Salt
1.8 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 411 kcal 390 +5%
Total fat 34.5 g 31.4 +10%
Saturated fat 21.5 g 19.4 +11%
Carbohydrates 0.1 g 6.1 −98%
Total sugars 0.1 g 2.5 −96%
Added sugars 0 g 2.7 −100%
Dietary fiber 0 g 0.6 −100%
Protein 24.9 g 21.6 +15%
Salt 1.8 g 1.9 −6%

Category average across 79 Cheeses from England products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other cheeses from england

Calories higher 22%
Sugars lower 8%
Salt higher 38%
Saturated fat higher 42%
Protein top 18%
Fiber top 100%

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

Ingredients

Red Leicester cheese (milk), colour annattq'

Allergens
Milk

Product details

Sold in
France
Barcode
5000169375402

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Red Leicester?

Red Leicester contains 411 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Red Leicester?

Red Leicester has 0.1 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 D (A is best, E is worst). Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

What allergens does Red Leicester contain?

According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 13, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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