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Red Leicester Cheese
Red Leicester Cheese by Morrison provides 419 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 23 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 Red Leicester category and comes in a 250g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 25g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 419 kcal | 105 kcal | 407 | |
| Total fat | 35 g | 8.8 g | 11% | 33.9 |
| Saturated fat | 22 g | 5.5 g | 28% | 21.2 |
| Carbohydrates | 1.8 g | 0.5 g | 0% | 1.6 +14% |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0.2 −100% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0 |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.2 −100% |
| Protein | 23 g | 5.8 g | 12% | 24.5 −6% |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 0.4 g | 1.7 |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 45 Red Leicester products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other red leicester
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Cheese (milk), Colour (annatto).
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 250g
- Serving size
- 25g
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianAssured Food Standards
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5010251757054
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Red Leicester Cheese?
Red Leicester Cheese contains 419 kcal per 100 g and about 105 kcal per serving (25g).
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 March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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