Cheese, Mexican, blend, reduced fat
* 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 | 3% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 23% | |
| Niacin | 0.1 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Folate, total | 20 UG | 5% | |
| Choline, total | 13.5 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.7 UG | 69% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 155 UG | 17% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.4 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.6 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 1,146 MG | 88% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 35 MG | 8% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 583 MG | 47% | |
| Potassium, K | 93 MG | 2% | |
| Sodium, Na | 776 MG | 34% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 4.3 MG | 39% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Selenium, Se | 15.5 UG | 28% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 24.7g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Rich source of Calcium, Ca (88% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (47% DV).
- Good source of Sodium, Na (34% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (39% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (28% DV).
About Cheese, Mexican, blend, reduced fat
Reduced-fat Mexican blend is the everyday shredded cheese mix, typically a combination of reduced-fat cheddar, Monterey Jack, and sometimes asadero or queso quesadilla. It melts reasonably well and carries the familiar mild-sharp balance that makes it a go-to topper for tacos, enchiladas, and nachos. Protein content is solid; fat is meaningfully lower than the full-fat blend but still present.
Dietary Information
Cheese, Mexican, blend, reduced fat is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Cheese, Mexican, blend, reduced fat include Calcium, Ca (88% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (69% DV) , Phosphorus, P (47% DV) , Zinc, Zn (39% DV) , and Sodium, Na (34% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 282 calories per 100 grams, Cheese, Mexican, blend, reduced fat gets 35% of its calories from protein, 5% from carbohydrates, and 62% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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