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Red leicester cheese
Red leicester cheese by Asda provides 403 kcal per 100 g, with 0.5 g of sugars and 25 g of protein. That is 126% more 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 825 g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 403 kcal | 407 |
| Total fat | 34 g | 33.9 |
| Saturated fat | 21 g | 21.2 |
| Carbohydrates | 0.5 g | 1.6 −68% |
| Total sugars | 0.5 g | 0.2 +126% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0.2 −100% |
| Protein | 25 g | 24.5 |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 1.7 |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, 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
red leicester cheese [cheese (pasteurised milk), colour (beta carotene)]. allergy advice! for allergens,se ingredients in bold. packaged in a protective atmosphere. no artificial colours or flavours. fat of storage car of v keep refrigerated,
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 825 g
- Labels & certifications
- No artificial flavorsNo artificial colorsNo artificial colours or flavours
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5057172016082
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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 0.5 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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