Cheese, cotija, solid
FDC ID: 2647443
At a glance
Cheese, cotija, solid belongs to the Dairy and Egg Products category. Each 100g supplies 23.8g of protein, 27.2g of fat, 2.7g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of sodium (71% of the Daily Value), calcium (54% of the Daily Value), protein (48% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.
Protein
23.8
g
Total Fat
27.2
g
Total Carbohydrate
2.7
g
Nutrition profile of Cheese, cotija, solid
The per-100g nutrient profile of Cheese, cotija, solid is shown below. Nutritionally it is high in protein, high in fat, low in carbohydrates.
Key nutrients and what they do
- Calcium 54%is the main mineral in bones and teeth and aids muscle and nerve function
- Protein 48%builds and repairs muscle, organs, enzymes and hormones
- Phosphorus 39%builds bones and teeth and supports energy storage and use
- Zinc 33%supports taste, immune function, protein synthesis and cell turnover
※ % daily value is per 100g against adult reference intakes.
Who it suits
- ✓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 4.1g of salt equivalent per 100g. Watch portions if you are reducing salt.
- !Fat content is high, so consider cooking method and portion size.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 23.8 g | 6.8 g |
| Fat | 27.2 g | 7.7 g |
| Carbs | 2.7 g | 0.8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 40 g | — | |
| Protein | 23.84 g | 47.7% | |
| Cholesterol | 89.26 mg | 29.8% | |
| Total Fat | 27.24 g | 34.9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.72 g | 1.0% | |
| Sodium | 1625 mg | 70.7% | |
| Potassium | 116.70 mg | 2.5% | |
| Calcium | 699.60 mg | 53.8% | |
| Magnesium | 29.90 mg | 7.1% | |
| Phosphorus | 485.50 mg | 38.8% | |
| Iron | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Zinc | 3.60 mg | 32.7% | |
| Copper | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Manganese | 0.02 mg | 0.7% | |
| Iodine | 64.75 μg | 43.2% | |
| Retinol | 166.50 μg | — | |
| Vitamin D | 0 μg | 0.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the macros in Cheese, cotija, solid?
Per 100g, Cheese, cotija, solid provides 23.8g protein, 27.2g fat, 2.7g carbohydrates.
Is Cheese, cotija, solid high in protein?
Yes — Cheese, cotija, solid provides 23.8g of protein per 100g, which makes it a practical protein source.
What vitamins and minerals does Cheese, cotija, solid provide?
Per 100g, Cheese, cotija, solid is a notable source of Calcium (about 54% of the Daily Value), Protein (about 48% of the Daily Value), Iodine (about 43% of the Daily Value).
Is Cheese, cotija, solid high in sodium?
Cheese, cotija, solid contains 1625mg 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, cotija, solid?
These per-100g values come from USDA FoodData Central (public domain).
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Data Source
This data is sourced from USDA FoodData Central (Public Domain).
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