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Fair nutrient density 19/100
How many beneficial nutrients Cheese, monterey, low fat 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, monterey, low fat come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
1% from carbs
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Carbs 1%0.7 g per serving
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Fat 63%21.6 g per serving
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Protein 36%28.2 g per serving
What Cheese, monterey, low fat 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 | 0.7 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 21.6 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 240.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 600.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 1,080.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 120.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 240.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 480.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 360.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 2,040.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 6,360.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 2,280.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 840.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 4,560.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 600.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 28.2 g |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 142.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.2 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 1.8 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.1 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 18.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg | |
| Choline | 15.4 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 705.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | |
| Magnesium | 27.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 444.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 81.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 564.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 3.0 mg | |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 14.5 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 65.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 3.5 g | — |
About Cheese, monterey, low fat
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, monterey, low fat?
There are 310 calories in 100 g of Cheese, monterey, low fat, or about 87 calories in 1 slice (1 oz) (28 g).
How much protein is in Cheese, monterey, low fat?
Cheese, monterey, low fat contains 28.2 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Cheese, monterey, low fat?
Cheese, monterey, low fat has 0.7 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Cheese, monterey, low fat?
Cheese, monterey, low fat provides 21.6 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Cheese, monterey, low fat a good source of?
Cheese, monterey, low fat is an excellent source of Protein (56% DV), Calcium (54% DV), Phosphorus (36% DV), Vitamin B12 (35% DV), Riboflavin (B2) (28% DV) and Zinc (27% DV) and a good source of Vitamin A (RAE) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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