Cheese, mexican, queso asadero
* 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 | 0.2 MG | 17% | |
| Niacin | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 5% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 3% | |
| Folate, total | 8 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 15.4 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1 UG | 42% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 55 UG | 6% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.5 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.4 UG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 661 MG | 51% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.5 MG | 3% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 26 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 443 MG | 35% | |
| Potassium, K | 86 MG | 2% | |
| Sodium, Na | 607 MG | 26% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.0 MG | 27% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Selenium, Se | 14.5 UG | 26% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 22.6g 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 (26% DV).
About Cheese, mexican, queso asadero
Queso asadero is a Mexican melting cheese, mild and stringy, commonly used in quesadillas, enchiladas, and baked preparations where good melt is the priority. The flavor is buttery and subtle, closer to Monterey Jack than to sharper aged cheeses. Fat and protein are both meaningful, with almost no carbohydrate. Its semi-firm texture when cold gives way to a smooth, stretchy melt when heated. In Mexican and Tex-Mex cooking, it often appears alongside queso blanco or Chihuahua cheese as part of a melted cheese filling.
Dietary Information
Cheese, mexican, queso asadero is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Cheese, mexican, queso asadero include Calcium, Ca (51% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (42% DV) , Phosphorus, P (35% DV) , Zinc, Zn (27% DV) , and Sodium, Na (26% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 356 calories per 100 grams, Cheese, mexican, queso asadero gets 25% of its calories from protein, 5% from carbohydrates, and 63% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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