Cheese, fresh, queso fresco
FDC ID: 172223
At a glance
Cheese, fresh, queso fresco is a calorie-dense food in the Dairy and Egg Products category, providing 299 kcal per 100g. Each 100g supplies 18.1g of protein, 23.8g of fat, 3.0g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of vitamin b12 (70% of the Daily Value), calcium (44% of the Daily Value), protein (36% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.
Energy
299
kcal
Protein
18.1
g
Total Fat
23.8
g
Total Carbohydrate
3.0
g
Dietary Fiber
0
g
Nutrition profile of Cheese, fresh, queso fresco
Cheese, fresh, queso fresco provides about 299 kcal per 100g, a fairly high energy density. Nutritionally it is high in protein, high in fat, low in carbohydrates.
Key nutrients and what they do
- Vitamin B12 70%is essential for red blood cell formation and nerve function
- Calcium 44%is the main mineral in bones and teeth and aids muscle and nerve function
- Protein 36%builds and repairs muscle, organs, enzymes and hormones
- Selenium 35%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
Things to keep in mind
- !Sodium is high — about 1.9g of salt equivalent per 100g. Watch portions if you are reducing salt.
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 | 299 kcal | 85 kcal |
| Protein | 18.1 g | 5.1 g |
| Fat | 23.8 g | 6.8 g |
| Carbs | 3.0 g | 0.8 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 | 299 kcal | 15.0% | |
| Water | 51.42 g | — | |
| Protein | 18.09 g | 36.2% | |
| Cholesterol | 69 mg | 23.0% | |
| Total Fat | 23.82 g | 30.5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.98 g | 1.1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0.0% | |
| Sodium | 751 mg | 32.7% | |
| Potassium | 129 mg | 2.7% | |
| Calcium | 566 mg | 43.5% | |
| Magnesium | 24 mg | 5.7% | |
| Phosphorus | 385 mg | 30.8% | |
| Iron | 0.20 mg | 1.1% | |
| Zinc | 2.58 mg | 23.5% | |
| Copper | 0.03 mg | 3.7% | |
| Manganese | 0.01 mg | 0.6% | |
| Selenium | 19.30 μg | 35.1% | |
| Retinol | 221 μg | — | |
| Vitamin A | 224 μgRAE | 24.9% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.70 μg | 13.5% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.37 mg | 2.5% | |
| Vitamin K | 3.60 μg | 3.0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.04 mg | 3.5% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.17 mg | 13.3% | |
| Niacin | 0.03 mg | 0.2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08 mg | 4.5% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.68 μg | 70.0% | |
| Folate | 7 μg | 1.8% | |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Vitamin C | 1 mg | 1.1% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does 100g of Cheese, fresh, queso fresco have?
Cheese, fresh, queso fresco has 299 kcal (calories) per 100g.
How much protein, fat, and carbs are in Cheese, fresh, queso fresco?
Per 100g, Cheese, fresh, queso fresco provides 18.1g protein, 23.8g fat, 3.0g carbohydrates.
Is Cheese, fresh, queso fresco a good source of protein?
Yes — Cheese, fresh, queso fresco provides 18.1g of protein per 100g, which makes it a practical protein source.
What nutrients is Cheese, fresh, queso fresco high in?
Per 100g, Cheese, fresh, queso fresco is a notable source of Vitamin B12 (about 70% of the Daily Value), Calcium (about 44% of the Daily Value), Protein (about 36% of the Daily Value).
Is Cheese, fresh, queso fresco high in sodium?
Cheese, fresh, queso fresco contains 751mg 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, fresh, queso fresco?
These per-100g values come from USDA FoodData Central (public domain).
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Data Source
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