Cheese, dry white, queso seco
FDC ID: 172222
At a glance
Cheese, dry white, queso seco is a high-calorie food in the Dairy and Egg Products category, providing 325 kcal per 100g. Each 100g supplies 24.5g of protein, 24.4g of fat, 2.0g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of sodium (79% of the Daily Value), vitamin b12 (71% of the Daily Value), calcium (51% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.
Energy
325
kcal
Protein
24.5
g
Total Fat
24.4
g
Total Carbohydrate
2.0
g
Nutrition profile of Cheese, dry white, queso seco
Cheese, dry white, queso seco provides about 325 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 71%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 49%builds and repairs muscle, organs, enzymes and hormones
- Selenium 41%is part of antioxidant enzymes that protect cells from oxidation
※ % 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 4.6g 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 | 325 kcal | 92 kcal |
| Protein | 24.5 g | 6.9 g |
| Fat | 24.4 g | 6.9 g |
| Carbs | 2.0 g | 0.6 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 | 325 kcal | 16.3% | |
| Water | 42.17 g | — | |
| Protein | 24.51 g | 49.0% | |
| Cholesterol | 78 mg | 26.0% | |
| Total Fat | 24.35 g | 31.2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.04 g | 0.7% | |
| Sodium | 1808 mg | 78.6% | |
| Potassium | 116 mg | 2.5% | |
| Calcium | 661 mg | 50.8% | |
| Magnesium | 27 mg | 6.4% | |
| Phosphorus | 475 mg | 38.0% | |
| Iron | 0.18 mg | 1.0% | |
| Zinc | 3.28 mg | 29.8% | |
| Copper | 0.03 mg | 3.0% | |
| Manganese | 0.02 mg | 0.8% | |
| Selenium | 22.40 μg | 40.7% | |
| Retinol | 223 μg | — | |
| Vitamin A | 226 μgRAE | 25.1% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.80 μg | 9.0% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.49 mg | 3.3% | |
| Vitamin K | 5.90 μg | 4.9% | |
| Thiamin | 0.04 mg | 3.2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.23 mg | 17.7% | |
| Niacin | 0.08 mg | 0.5% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09 mg | 5.4% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.70 μg | 70.8% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.50 mg | 1.7% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Cheese, dry white, queso seco per 100g?
Cheese, dry white, queso seco has 325 kcal (calories) per 100g.
What are the macros in Cheese, dry white, queso seco?
Per 100g, Cheese, dry white, queso seco provides 24.5g protein, 24.4g fat, 2.0g carbohydrates.
Is Cheese, dry white, queso seco high in protein?
Yes — Cheese, dry white, queso seco provides 24.5g of protein per 100g, which makes it a practical protein source.
What vitamins and minerals does Cheese, dry white, queso seco provide?
Per 100g, Cheese, dry white, queso seco is a notable source of Vitamin B12 (about 71% of the Daily Value), Calcium (about 51% of the Daily Value), Protein (about 49% of the Daily Value).
Is Cheese, dry white, queso seco high in sodium?
Cheese, dry white, queso seco contains 1808mg 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, dry white, queso seco?
These per-100g values come from USDA FoodData Central (public domain).
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Data Source
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