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Mexican Cheese
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Mexican Cheese

Dairy

Health Grade

Mexican Cheese is a catch-all term for cheeses used in Mexican cooking — from crumbly queso fresco to melting Oaxaca or Monterey Jack-style cheeses — commonly u... Show more

Nutrition Overview

Kcal
362 kcal
Fiber
Fiber
0g
Salt
Salt
1g
Protein
Protein
22g
Fat
Fat
29g
Carbs
Carbs
2g
Sugar
Sugar
1g

Nutrition Quality

Micronutrients
Micronutrients
Vitamin B12, Calcium
Moderate
Fat Quality
Fat Quality
High in Saturated Fat
Imbalanced
Gut Health
Gut Health
Low Sugar
Fair
Processing
Processing
NOVA 3
Processed
Electrolytes
Electrolytes
Na:K ratio 2.4
Imbalanced
Satiety
Satiety
Low Glycemic Index
Fair
Not Vegan
Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Not Lactose Free
~2,50€/100g
1.0g/ml

Healthy Swaps

B-

Queso Fresco, Low-Fat

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FAQ

Is Mexican Cheese healthy?

Mexican Cheese is rated moderate (Health Grade C) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

What are the macros in Mexican Cheese?

100g of Mexican Cheese contains 362 kcal, 21.9g protein, 2.4g carbohydrates and 29.3g fat (of which 17g saturated), and 0g fiber.

What NOVA processing level is Mexican Cheese?

Mexican Cheese is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Is Mexican Cheese vegetarian?

Yes, Mexican Cheese is vegetarian but not vegan.

Is Mexican Cheese gluten free?

Yes, Mexican Cheese is gluten free.