Monterrey Jack Cheese

Monterrey Jack Cheese by Trader Joe's has 353 kcal per 100 g. One serving (28 g) is about 100 kcal.

Monterrey Jack Cheese contains 21.2 g of protein per 100 g — about 6 g per 28 g serving.

Yes — 21.2 g of protein per 100 g, supplying 24% of its calories. That makes it an excellent protein source.

With 3.5 g total carbs (about 3.5 g net carbs) per 100 g, it fits low-carb and keto eating patterns in normal portions.

It has 17.6 g of saturated fat per 100 g — 88% of the daily value, which counts as high.

Yes — 529.1 mg of sodium per 100 g, about 23% of the daily value.

Nutri-Score weighs negatives (calories, sugar, saturated fat, sodium) against positives (fiber, protein) per 100 g. Points against come from calorie density (353 kcal), saturated fat (17.6 g), sodium (529.1 mg); points in favor come from protein (21.2 g). Overall that places it in band D.

About 28 g of Monterrey Jack Cheese equals 100 kcal. It is energy-dense, so small amounts add up quickly.