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Queso Blanco
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Queso Blanco

Dairy

Health Grade

Queso Blanco is a mild, fresh Latin American cheese often used in Mexican and Central American cooking; it holds its shape when heated and is commonly served cr... Show more

Nutrition Overview

Kcal
321 kcal
Fiber
Fiber
0g
Salt
Salt
1g
Protein
Protein
20g
Fat
Fat
27g
Carbs
Carbs
3g
Sugar
Sugar
0g

Nutrition Quality

Micronutrients
Micronutrients
Calcium, Vitamin B12
Moderate
Fat Quality
Fat Quality
High in Saturated Fat
Imbalanced
Gut Health
Gut Health
High Saturated Fat
Insufficient
Processing
Processing
NOVA 3
Processed
Electrolytes
Electrolytes
Na:K 3.9 · skewed toward sodium
High Na Load
Satiety
Satiety
Low Glycemic Index
Fair
Not Vegan
Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Not Lactose Free
~1,80€/100g
1.0g/ml

Healthy Swaps

C+

Mozzarella, Part-Skim

Less Salt
B+

Cottage Cheese, Low-Sodium

Less Salt

FAQ

Is Queso Blanco healthy?

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

What are the macros in Queso Blanco?

100g of Queso Blanco contains 321 kcal, 20g protein, 3g carbohydrates and 27g fat (of which 18g saturated), and 0g fiber.

What NOVA processing level is Queso Blanco?

Queso Blanco is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Is Queso Blanco vegetarian?

Yes, Queso Blanco is vegetarian but not vegan.

Is Queso Blanco gluten free?

Yes, Queso Blanco is gluten free.