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Ricotta
Ricotta by Padania Alimenti provides 145 kcal per 100 g, with 3.4 g of sugars and 0.5 g of protein. That is 43% less sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Dairies category and comes in a 450 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 | 145 kcal | 196 −26% |
| Total fat | 10 g | 14.5 −31% |
| Saturated fat | 7.2 g | 9.3 −22% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.5 g | 7.6 −54% |
| Total sugars | 3.4 g | 6 −43% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 3.1 −100% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 8.5 −94% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2963 Dairies products on Foodmetria.
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Ingredients
RICOTTA CHEESE Ingredients: whey and cow milk, acidity corrector: citric acid. RICOTTA Odgin of milk: EU. Minimum fat content 33% F.D.M. Use by: see bottom. Keep refrigerated from 0°C to +4°C Once opened, keep refrigerated and use the product within 2 des grédients: Petit-lait, lait de vache, correcteur d'acidité: acide citie Origin du lait: UE. Matière grasse 33% S/S minimum. A consommer jusqu'au: voir fond. A conserver entre 0°C et C Une fois ouvert, conserver au réfrigérateur et utiliser dans les 2 jous RICOTTA Zutaten: Molke und Kuhmilch, Säuerungsmittel: Zitronensäure und der Milch: EU. Fett 33% i. Tr. Zu verbrauchen bis: Siehe Bod Lagerung bel +4°C/+6°C. Nach der Öffnung. In Kühlschtank aufbewahren und innerhalb von 2 Tagen verbrauchen. FILM RACCOLTA PLASTICA VASCHETTA COPERCHIO RACCOLA PLASTICA 450 RACCOLTA DIFFERENZIATA Verifica le disposizioni del tuo Comune
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 450 g
- Sold in
- Italy
- Barcode
- 8002011001603
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Ricotta?
Ricotta contains 145 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Ricotta?
Ricotta has 3.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Ricotta healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Ricotta vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Ricotta contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 11, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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