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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Cheese, cotija, solid'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.
Low nutrient density 9/100
How many beneficial nutrients Cheese, cotija, solid 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, cotija, solid come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
3% from carbs
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Carbs 3%2.7 g per serving
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Fat 70%27.2 g per serving
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Protein 27%23.8 g per serving
What Cheese, cotija, solid 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).
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 | 2.7 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 27.2 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 714.1 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 835.9 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 2,572.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 7,391.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 2,621.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 714.1 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 23.8 g |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | ~ | — |
| Vitamin C | ~ | — |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | ~ | — |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | ~ | — |
| Riboflavin (B2) | ~ | — |
| Niacin (B3) | ~ | — |
| Vitamin B6 | ~ | — |
| Folate (B9) | ~ | — |
| Vitamin B12 | ~ | — |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 699.6 mg | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | |
| Magnesium | 29.9 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 485.5 mg | |
| Potassium | 116.7 mg | |
| Sodium | 1,625.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 3.6 mg | |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 89.3 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | — |
| Caffeine | ~ | — |
| Theobromine | ~ | — |
| Ash | 6.2 g | — |
About Cheese, cotija, solid
Cheese is a beloved dairy food made by curdling milk, usually from cows, goats, or sheep, with rennet or acid, then separating and pressing the solid curds into shape. From there, aging, added cultures, and technique create an enormous range, from soft fresh mozzarella and creamy brie to sharp aged cheddar, nutty Parmesan, washed-rind stinkers, and tangy blue cheese veined with mold. Cheese is a concentrated source of protein and calcium, along with fat, fat-soluble vitamins, and a salty, savory depth that makes it a favorite for snacking and cooking alike.
It melts into pizza, pasta, fondue, and grilled sandwiches, crumbles over salads, and stars on cheese boards with fruit, nuts, and crackers. Because flavor and firmness intensify as cheese ages and loses moisture, harder aged cheeses tend to taste much stronger than soft young ones. Wrapped in parchment or wax paper rather than plastic so it can breathe, and kept in the refrigerator, most cheese keeps for weeks, and many types freeze for cooking.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cheese, cotija, solid?
There are 351 calories in 100 g of Cheese, cotija, solid.
How much protein is in Cheese, cotija, solid?
Cheese, cotija, solid contains 23.8 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Cheese, cotija, solid?
Cheese, cotija, solid has 2.7 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Cheese, cotija, solid?
Cheese, cotija, solid provides 27.2 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Cheese, cotija, solid a good source of?
Cheese, cotija, solid is an excellent source of Calcium (54% DV), Protein (48% DV), Phosphorus (39% DV) and Zinc (33% DV) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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