Red Leicester Cheese by Melis

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Red Leicester Cheese

by Melis 200g in Red Leicester Barcode 5060050986520
Nutri-Score
Not enough data to compute
Processing (NOVA)
Ultra-processed food
Green-Score
b
Environmental impact estimate

Red Leicester Cheese by Melis is listed in the Red Leicester category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It comes in a 200g pack. Contains: milk.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Added sugars 0 g 0

Category average across 45 Red Leicester products on Foodmetria.

Ingredients

Pasteurised full fat MILK (97.7%), Salt (2.25%), Vegetarian Rennet (0.03%), Starter Culture (0.01%), Annatto (E160b) (0.01%)

Palm oil freeVegetarian
Allergens
Milk

Additives 1

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

Product details

Quantity
200g
Labels & certifications
VegetarianRed leicester
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5060050986520

Prices reported by shoppers

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Frequently asked questions

Is Red Leicester Cheese healthy?

It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

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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