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Cotija Cheese

300 kcal per 100 g, with 20 g protein, 0 g carbs and 20 g fat. Full micronutrients and serving info below.

Serving: 2 tsp (5 g)
High proteinLow carbCalcium rich
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Cotija CheeseNutri-Score CCompare
Amount

Showing values for 100 g

300 kcal
Calories
15% of a 2000 kcal day
20 g
Protein
31% of calories
0 g
Carbs
0% of calories
20 g
Fat
69% of calories
Macro split
Protein 31%Carbs 0%Fat 69%

Nutrition facts

per 100 g
Fiber0g0% DV
Sugar0g
Cholesterol100mg33% DV
Sodium1700mg74% DV
Potassium80mg2% DV
Calcium580mg45% DV

% DV = share of the FDA daily value for the selected amount.

Source: Open Food Facts · Confidence: 90% · Barcode (EAN): 0074562150343 · Data last verified:

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Common questions

How many calories are in Cotija Cheese?

Cotija Cheese by Cacique has 300 kcal per 100 g. One serving (5 g) is about 15 kcal.

How much protein is in Cotija Cheese?

Cotija Cheese contains 20 g of protein per 100 g — about 1 g per 5 g serving.

Is Cotija Cheese a good source of protein?

Yes — 20 g of protein per 100 g, supplying 31% of its calories. That makes it an excellent protein source.

Is Cotija Cheese keto-friendly?

With 0 g total carbs (about 0 g net carbs) per 100 g, it fits low-carb and keto eating patterns in normal portions.

Is Cotija Cheese high in sodium?

Yes — 1700 mg of sodium per 100 g, about 74% of the daily value.

Why does Cotija Cheese have a Nutri-Score of C?

Nutri-Score weighs negatives (calories, sugar, saturated fat, sodium) against positives (fiber, protein) per 100 g. Points against come from sodium (1700 mg); points in favor come from protein (20 g). Overall that places it in band C.

How much Cotija Cheese is 100 calories?

About 33 g of Cotija Cheese equals 100 kcal. It is energy-dense, so small amounts add up quickly.

Is Cotija Cheese a good source of calcium?

It is a good source: 580 mg per 100 g, about 45% of the daily value. A 200 g portion covers roughly 90%.

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