Cheese, Mexican blend
FDC ID: 171288
At a glance
Cheese, Mexican blend is a high-calorie food in the Dairy and Egg Products category, providing 384 kcal per 100g. Each 100g supplies 23.5g of protein, 32.1g of fat, 0.1g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of vitamin b12 (51% of the Daily Value), calcium (51% of the Daily Value), protein (47% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.
Energy
384
kcal
Protein
23.5
g
Total Fat
32.1
g
Total Carbohydrate
0.1
g
Dietary Fiber
0
g
Nutrition profile of Cheese, Mexican blend
Cheese, Mexican blend provides about 384 kcal per 100g, a high energy density. Nutritionally it is high in protein, high in fat, low in carbohydrates.
Key nutrients and what they do
- Vitamin B12 51%is essential for red blood cell formation and nerve function
- Calcium 51%is the main mineral in bones and teeth and aids muscle and nerve function
- Protein 47%builds and repairs muscle, organs, enzymes and hormones
- Phosphorus 35%builds bones and teeth and supports energy storage and use
※ % daily value is per 100g against adult reference intakes.
Who it suits
- ✓people on plant-based diets or concerned about anemia
- ✓people focused on bone health, growing children and older adults
- ✓people building muscle or aiming to preserve muscle mass with age
- ✓people focused on taste, skin/hair condition and immunity
Things to keep in mind
- !Sodium is high — about 1.5g of salt equivalent per 100g. Watch portions if you are reducing salt.
- !Energy density is high, so portion size matters for balance.
This overview is general information based on public nutrition data and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment. Disclaimer
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Nutrition by Serving Size
| Nutrient | Per 100g | 1 oz (28g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 384 kcal | 109 kcal |
| Protein | 23.5 g | 6.7 g |
| Fat | 32.1 g | 9.1 g |
| Carbs | 0.1 g | 0.0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
Serving values are converted from the per-100g data (1 oz = 28.35g). Actual portion weights vary.
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Full Nutrition Facts(per 100g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 384 kcal | 19.2% | |
| Water | 40.48 g | — | |
| Protein | 23.54 g | 47.1% | |
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 31.7% | |
| Total Fat | 32.14 g | 41.2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.13 g | 0.0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0.0% | |
| Sodium | 607 mg | 26.4% | |
| Potassium | 85 mg | 1.8% | |
| Calcium | 659 mg | 50.7% | |
| Magnesium | 25 mg | 6.0% | |
| Phosphorus | 438 mg | 35.0% | |
| Iron | 0.59 mg | 3.3% | |
| Zinc | 3.01 mg | 27.4% | |
| Copper | 0.03 mg | 2.8% | |
| Manganese | 0.02 mg | 1.0% | |
| Selenium | 15 μg | 27.3% | |
| Retinol | 170 μg | — | |
| Vitamin A | 174 μgRAE | 19.3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.50 μg | 2.5% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.25 mg | 1.7% | |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg | 1.9% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.32 mg | 24.5% | |
| Niacin | 0.11 mg | 0.7% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.06 mg | 3.6% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.23 μg | 51.3% | |
| Folate | 13 μg | 3.3% | |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Vitamin C | 2.50 mg | 2.8% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does 100g of Cheese, Mexican blend have?
Cheese, Mexican blend has 384 kcal (calories) per 100g.
How much protein, fat, and carbs are in Cheese, Mexican blend?
Per 100g, Cheese, Mexican blend provides 23.5g protein, 32.1g fat, 0.1g carbohydrates.
Is Cheese, Mexican blend a good source of protein?
Yes — Cheese, Mexican blend provides 23.5g of protein per 100g, which makes it a practical protein source.
What nutrients is Cheese, Mexican blend high in?
Per 100g, Cheese, Mexican blend is a notable source of Vitamin B12 (about 51% of the Daily Value), Calcium (about 51% of the Daily Value), Protein (about 47% of the Daily Value).
Is Cheese, Mexican blend high in sodium?
Cheese, Mexican blend contains 607mg of sodium per 100g. The FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300mg, so portion size matters if you are watching salt intake.
What is the source of this nutrition data for Cheese, Mexican blend?
These per-100g values come from USDA FoodData Central (public domain).
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Data Source
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