Red Leicester cheese by Farmfoods

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Red Leicester cheese

by Farmfoods 400g in Red Leicester Barcode 5021254908879
Nutri-Score
Poor nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Ultra-processed food
Green-Score
c
Environmental impact estimate

Red Leicester cheese by Farmfoods provides 403 kcal per 100 g, with 0.1 g of sugars and 25 g of protein. That is 55% 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 400g pack. Contains: milk.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
33.6 g · High
Saturated fat
21.1 g · High
Sugars
0.1 g · Low
Salt
1.7 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 403 kcal 407
Total fat 33.6 g 33.9
Saturated fat 21.1 g 21.2
Carbohydrates 0.1 g 1.6 −94%
Total sugars 0.1 g 0.2 −55%
Added sugars 0 g 0
Dietary fiber 0 g 0.2 −100%
Protein 25 g 24.5
Salt 1.7 g 1.7

Category average across 45 Red Leicester products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other red leicester

Calories lower 23%
Sugars lower 21%
Salt lower 33%
Saturated fat lower 42%
Protein top 49%
Fiber top 100%

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

Ingredients

Red Leicester Cheese (_milk_). Colour (Beta Carotene).

May contain palm oilNot veganMaybe vegetarian
Allergens
Milk

Additives 2

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Quantity
400g
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5021254908879

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Red Leicester cheese?

Red Leicester cheese contains 403 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Red Leicester cheese?

Red Leicester cheese has 0.1 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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