Cheese, feta
FDC ID: 173420
At a glance
Cheese, feta is a calorie-dense food in the Dairy and Egg Products category, providing 265 kcal per 100g. Each 100g supplies 14.2g of protein, 21.5g of fat, 3.9g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of vitamin b12 (70% of the Daily Value), riboflavin (65% of the Daily Value), sodium (50% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.
Energy
265
kcal
Protein
14.2
g
Total Fat
21.5
g
Total Carbohydrate
3.9
g
Dietary Fiber
0
g
Nutrition profile of Cheese, feta
Cheese, feta provides about 265 kcal per 100g, a fairly high energy density. Nutritionally it is a solid protein source, 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
- Riboflavin 65%supports fat and carbohydrate metabolism and skin/mucosal health
- Calcium 38%is the main mineral in bones and teeth and aids muscle and nerve function
- Protein 28%builds and repairs muscle, organs, enzymes and hormones
※ % daily value is per 100g against adult reference intakes.
Who it suits
- ✓people on plant-based diets or concerned about anemia
- ✓people focused on skin and mucosal condition
- ✓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 2.9g 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 | 265 kcal | 75 kcal |
| Protein | 14.2 g | 4.0 g |
| Fat | 21.5 g | 6.1 g |
| Carbs | 3.9 g | 1.1 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 | 265 kcal | 13.3% | |
| Water | 55.22 g | — | |
| Protein | 14.21 g | 28.4% | |
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 29.7% | |
| Total Fat | 21.49 g | 27.6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.88 g | 1.4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0.0% | |
| Sodium | 1139 mg | 49.5% | |
| Potassium | 62 mg | 1.3% | |
| Calcium | 493 mg | 37.9% | |
| Magnesium | 19 mg | 4.5% | |
| Phosphorus | 337 mg | 27.0% | |
| Iron | 0.65 mg | 3.6% | |
| Zinc | 2.88 mg | 26.2% | |
| Copper | 0.03 mg | 3.6% | |
| Manganese | 0.03 mg | 1.2% | |
| Selenium | 15 μg | 27.3% | |
| Retinol | 125 μg | — | |
| Vitamin A | 125 μgRAE | 13.9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.40 μg | 2.0% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.18 mg | 1.2% | |
| Thiamin | 0.15 mg | 12.8% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.84 mg | 64.9% | |
| Niacin | 0.99 mg | 6.2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.42 mg | 24.9% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.69 μg | 70.4% | |
| Folate | 32 μg | 8.0% | |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.80 mg | 2.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does 100g of Cheese, feta have?
Cheese, feta has 265 kcal (calories) per 100g.
How much protein, fat, and carbs are in Cheese, feta?
Per 100g, Cheese, feta provides 14.2g protein, 21.5g fat, 3.9g carbohydrates.
What nutrients is Cheese, feta high in?
Per 100g, Cheese, feta is a notable source of Vitamin B12 (about 70% of the Daily Value), Riboflavin (about 65% of the Daily Value), Calcium (about 38% of the Daily Value).
Is Cheese, feta high in sodium?
Cheese, feta contains 1139mg 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, feta?
These per-100g values come from USDA FoodData Central (public domain).
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Data Source
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