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Red Leicester Cheese
Red Leicester Cheese by Trader Joe's provides 393 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 21.4 g of protein. That is 100% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cheeses category and comes in a 180g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 portion (28 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 393 kcal | 110 kcal | 323 +22% | |
| Total fat | 32.1 g | 9 g | 12% | 25.6 +25% |
| Saturated fat | 21.4 g | 6 g | 30% | 17.4 +23% |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 4.5 −100% |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 2 −100% | |
| Protein | 21.4 g | 6 g | 12% | 21.4 |
| Salt | 2 g | 0.5 g | 1.7 +14% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 20919 Cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- High protein
- 22% of calories from protein (EU: at least 20% of calories from protein)
- Sugar-free
- 0 g sugars per 100 g (EU: no more than 0.5 g per 100 g)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Compared with other cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR), MICROBIAL ENZYME, CHEESE CULTURES
- Allergens
- Milk
Product details
- Quantity
- 180g
- Serving size
- 1 portion (28 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 00795692
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Red Leicester Cheese?
Red Leicester Cheese contains 393 kcal per 100 g and about 110 kcal per serving (1 portion (28 g)).
How much sugar is in Red Leicester Cheese?
Red Leicester Cheese has 0 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Red Leicester Cheese healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (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 Cheese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Red Leicester Cheese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 18, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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