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Ricotta

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Nutri-Score D

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Ricotta

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Nutri-Score
Poor nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Unknown
Green-Score
c
Environmental impact estimate

Ricotta provides 204 kcal per 100 g, with 2.5 g of sugars and 10 g of protein. That is 25% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D. It is listed in the Ricotta category.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
17 g · Moderate
Saturated fat
12 g · High
Sugars
2.5 g · Low
Salt
0.9 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 204 kcal 150 +36%
Total fat 17 g 11 +55%
Saturated fat 12 g 7.4 +62%
Carbohydrates 2.8 g 4.1 −32%
Total sugars 2.5 g 3.3 −25%
Protein 10 g 8.7 +15%
Salt 0.9 g 0.5 +74%

Category average across 578 Ricotta products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other ricotta

Calories higher 10%
Sugars lower 17%
Salt higher 8%
Saturated fat higher 7%
Protein top 22%

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

Product details

Labels & certifications
No preservatives
Sold in
Italy
Barcode
9415151000129

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Ricotta?

Ricotta contains 204 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Ricotta?

Ricotta has 2.5 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 D (A is best, E is worst). Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 30, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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