Cheese, limburger
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.5 MG | 39% | |
| Niacin | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.2 MG | 24% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Folate, total | 58 UG | 15% | |
| Choline, total | 15.4 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.0 UG | 43% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 340 UG | 38% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.5 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.3 UG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 497 MG | 38% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 21 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 393 MG | 31% | |
| Potassium, K | 128 MG | 3% | |
| Sodium, Na | 800 MG | 35% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.1 MG | 19% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Selenium, Se | 14.5 UG | 26% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 20.1g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Calcium, Ca (38% DV).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (31% DV).
- Good source of Sodium, Na (35% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (26% DV).
- Good source of Riboflavin (39% DV).
About Cheese, limburger
Limburger is one of the most pungent soft cheeses in existence, its smell far more aggressive than its actual flavor on the palate. Produced originally in Belgium and popularized in Germany, it has a creamy, spreadable interior with a washed rind that drives the aroma. High in fat and protein, low in carbohydrates, it fits the profile of most soft, full-fat cheeses. The classic Midwestern preparation is straightforward: thickly spread on dark rye bread with raw onion and yellow mustard.
Dietary Information
Cheese, limburger is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Cheese, limburger include Vitamin B-12 (43% DV) , Riboflavin (39% DV) , Calcium, Ca (38% DV) , Vitamin A, RAE (38% DV) , and Sodium, Na (35% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 327 calories per 100 grams, Cheese, limburger gets 25% of its calories from protein, 1% from carbohydrates, and 75% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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