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Ricotta
Ricotta by Despar provides 157 kcal per 100 g, with 3.2 g of sugars and 7.6 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Ricotta category and comes in a 250 g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 100g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 157 kcal | 157 kcal | 150 +5% | |
| Total fat | 12 g | 12 g | 15% | 10.9 +10% |
| Saturated fat | 8.2 g | 8.2 g | 41% | 7.4 +11% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.3 g | 4.3 g | 2% | 4.1 |
| Total sugars | 3.2 g | 3.2 g | 3.3 | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.3 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.3 −100% |
| Protein | 7.6 g | 7.6 g | 15% | 8.7 −13% |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 0.4 g | 0.5 −21% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 576 Ricotta products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other ricotta
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
pasteurisierte Molke, Magermilch, Sahne, Salz unjodiert, Säurungsmittel: Milchsäure
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 250 g
- Serving size
- 100g
- Sold in
- Austria, Germany
- Barcode
- 9100000809939
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Ricotta?
Ricotta contains 157 kcal per 100 g and about 157 kcal per serving (100g).
How much sugar is in Ricotta?
Ricotta has 3.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Ricotta healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (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 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 26, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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