Cheese, white, queso blanco
FDC ID: 172224
At a glance
Cheese, white, queso blanco is a high-calorie food in the Dairy and Egg Products category, providing 310 kcal per 100g. Each 100g supplies 20.4g of protein, 24.3g of fat, 2.5g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of vitamin b12 (73% of the Daily Value), calcium (53% of the Daily Value), protein (41% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.
Energy
310
kcal
Protein
20.4
g
Total Fat
24.3
g
Total Carbohydrate
2.5
g
Nutrition profile of Cheese, white, queso blanco
Cheese, white, queso blanco provides about 310 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 73%is essential for red blood cell formation and nerve function
- Calcium 53%is the main mineral in bones and teeth and aids muscle and nerve function
- Protein 41%builds and repairs muscle, organs, enzymes and hormones
- Phosphorus 37%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 1.8g 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 | 310 kcal | 88 kcal |
| Protein | 20.4 g | 5.8 g |
| Fat | 24.3 g | 6.9 g |
| Carbs | 2.5 g | 0.7 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 | 310 kcal | 15.5% | |
| Water | 48.70 g | — | |
| Protein | 20.38 g | 40.8% | |
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23.3% | |
| Total Fat | 24.31 g | 31.2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.53 g | 0.9% | |
| Sodium | 704 mg | 30.6% | |
| Potassium | 126 mg | 2.7% | |
| Calcium | 690 mg | 53.1% | |
| Magnesium | 29 mg | 6.9% | |
| Phosphorus | 467 mg | 37.4% | |
| Iron | 0.18 mg | 1.0% | |
| Zinc | 3.06 mg | 27.8% | |
| Copper | 0.03 mg | 2.8% | |
| Manganese | 0.02 mg | 0.9% | |
| Selenium | 13.80 μg | 25.1% | |
| Retinol | 155 μg | — | |
| Vitamin A | 157 μgRAE | 17.4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.70 μg | 3.5% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.47 mg | 3.1% | |
| Vitamin K | 5.80 μg | 4.8% | |
| Thiamin | 0.05 mg | 4.0% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.23 mg | 17.7% | |
| Niacin | 0.04 mg | 0.2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09 mg | 5.1% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.75 μg | 72.9% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.60 mg | 1.8% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Cheese, white, queso blanco per 100g?
Cheese, white, queso blanco has 310 kcal (calories) per 100g.
What are the macros in Cheese, white, queso blanco?
Per 100g, Cheese, white, queso blanco provides 20.4g protein, 24.3g fat, 2.5g carbohydrates.
Is Cheese, white, queso blanco high in protein?
Yes — Cheese, white, queso blanco provides 20.4g of protein per 100g, which makes it a practical protein source.
What vitamins and minerals does Cheese, white, queso blanco provide?
Per 100g, Cheese, white, queso blanco is a notable source of Vitamin B12 (about 73% of the Daily Value), Calcium (about 53% of the Daily Value), Protein (about 41% of the Daily Value).
Is Cheese, white, queso blanco high in sodium?
Cheese, white, queso blanco contains 704mg 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, white, queso blanco?
These per-100g values come from USDA FoodData Central (public domain).
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Data Source
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