Cheese, Mexican blend
* 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 | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 24% | |
| Niacin | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 5% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Folate, total | 13 UG | 3% | |
| Choline, total | 15.7 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.2 UG | 51% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 174 UG | 19% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.3 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.5 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.5 UG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 659 MG | 51% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.6 MG | 3% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 438 MG | 35% | |
| Potassium, K | 85 MG | 2% | |
| Sodium, Na | 607 MG | 26% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.0 MG | 27% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 15 UG | 27% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 23.5g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Rich source of Calcium, Ca (51% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (35% DV).
- Good source of Sodium, Na (26% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (27% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (27% DV).
About Cheese, Mexican blend
Mexican blend cheese is typically a mix of Monterey Jack, cheddar, asadero, and queso quesadilla, shredded together for easy melting. Fat is the dominant macronutrient here, with solid protein alongside it and almost no carbohydrates. It melts smoothly over enchiladas, tacos, or nachos, and because the cheeses are chosen for meltability, it browns evenly without becoming greasy.
Dietary Information
Cheese, Mexican blend is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Cheese, Mexican blend include Calcium, Ca (51% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (51% DV) , Phosphorus, P (35% DV) , Zinc, Zn (27% DV) , and Selenium, Se (27% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 384 calories per 100 grams, Cheese, Mexican blend gets 25% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 75% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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