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Cheese, colby

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Cheese, colby's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.

20%

393 kcal Calories

48%

23.8 g Protein

2.6 g Carbs

41%

32.1 g Fat

Fair nutrient density 17/100

How many beneficial nutrients Cheese, colby delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Cheese, colby come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

393 kcal / serving

3% from carbs

Carbs 3%

2.6 g per serving
Fat 73%

32.1 g per serving
Protein 24%

23.8 g per serving

What Cheese, colby is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Calcium53% Protein48% Phosphorus37% Vitamin B1235% Vitamin A (RAE)29% Riboflavin (B2)29% Zinc28% Selenium26%

Full nutrition breakdown

Beneficial
Moderate
Limit
Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

Carbohydrates	Amount	% DV
Total Carbohydrate	2.6 g	1%
Dietary Fiber	0.0 g	0%
Total Sugars	0.5 g	—

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	32.1 g	41%
Saturated Fat	20.2 g	101%
Monounsaturated Fat	9.3 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	1.0 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	277.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	676.0 mg	—
Butyric Acid	1,041.0 mg	—
Caproic Acid	259.0 mg	—
Caprylic Acid	324.0 mg	—
Capric Acid	597.0 mg	—
Lauric Acid	422.0 mg	—
Myristic Acid	3,831.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	8,232.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	3,630.0 mg	—
Palmitoleic Acid	979.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	7,813.0 mg	—
Gadoleic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Erucic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	676.0 mg	—
Arachidonic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0.0 mg	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	23.8 g	48%
Histidine	834.0 mg	—
Isoleucine	1,475.0 mg	—
Leucine	2,275.0 mg	—
Lysine	1,978.0 mg	—
Methionine	622.0 mg	—
Phenylalanine	1,251.0 mg	—
Threonine	845.0 mg	—
Tryptophan	305.0 mg	—
Valine	1,586.0 mg	—
Alanine	670.0 mg	—
Arginine	898.0 mg	—
Aspartic Acid	1,527.0 mg	—
Cystine	119.0 mg	—
Glutamic Acid	5,813.0 mg	—
Glycine	410.0 mg	—
Proline	2,678.0 mg	—
Serine	1,389.0 mg	—
Tyrosine	1,147.0 mg	—

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	264.0 mcg	29%
Vitamin C	0.0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	0.6 mcg	3%
Vitamin E	0.3 mg	2%
Vitamin K	2.7 mcg	2%
Thiamin (B1)	0.0 mg	1%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.4 mg	29%
Niacin (B3)	0.1 mg	1%
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg	5%
Folate (B9)	18.0 mcg	5%
Vitamin B12	0.8 mcg	35%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)	0.2 mg	4%
Choline	15.4 mg	3%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	685.0 mg	53%
Iron	0.8 mg	4%
Magnesium	26.0 mg	6%
Phosphorus	457.0 mg	37%
Potassium	127.0 mg	3%
Sodium	604.0 mg	26%
Zinc	3.1 mg	28%
Copper	0.0 mg	5%
Manganese	0.0 mg	1%
Selenium	14.5 mcg	26%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	95.0 mg	32%
Phytosterols	~	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	0.0 g	—
Caffeine	0.0 mg	—
Theobromine	0.0 mg	—
Ash	3.4 g	—

About Cheese, colby

Colby is a mild, semi-hard American cheese, a close cousin of cheddar but made so it stays softer, moister and more open in texture. Its gentle, slightly sweet flavor and creamy bite make it an easy, crowd-pleasing everyday cheese, often paired with Monterey Jack as marbled Colby-Jack.

It is rich and energy-dense — close to 394 calories per 100 grams — and supplies good protein and calcium along with vitamin B12 and phosphorus. Like other firm cheeses it is also high in saturated fat and carries a fair amount of sodium.

Mild and meltable, Colby is a friendly choice for sandwiches, snacking and cheese boards. Enjoyed in moderate portions it offers a solid dose of calcium and protein without the sharp edge of an aged cheddar.

Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Cheese, colby?

There are 393 calories in 100 g of Cheese, colby, or about 111 calories in 1 oz (28 g).

How much protein is in Cheese, colby?

Cheese, colby contains 23.8 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Cheese, colby?

Cheese, colby has 2.6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Cheese, colby?

Cheese, colby provides 32.1 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Cheese, colby a good source of?

Cheese, colby is an excellent source of Calcium (53% DV), Protein (48% DV), Phosphorus (37% DV), Vitamin B12 (35% DV), Vitamin A (RAE) (29% DV) and Riboflavin (B2) (29% DV) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.