Cheese, monterey
* 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 | 1% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.4 MG | 30% | |
| Niacin | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Folate, total | 18 UG | 5% | |
| Choline, total | 15.4 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.8 UG | 35% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 198 UG | 22% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.3 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.6 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.5 UG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 746 MG | 57% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.7 MG | 4% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 27 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 444 MG | 36% | |
| Potassium, K | 81 MG | 2% | |
| Sodium, Na | 600 MG | 26% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 3 MG | 27% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 14.5 UG | 26% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 24.5g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Rich source of Calcium, Ca (57% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (36% DV).
- Good source of Sodium, Na (26% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (27% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (26% DV).
About Cheese, monterey
Monterey Jack has a mild, creamy flavor and melts so smoothly it became a staple of Tex-Mex cooking. The fat content is substantial and protein is strong, with almost no carbohydrates. Because the flavor is gentle, it blends into dishes rather than dominating them, making it useful anywhere you want melt without sharpness.
Dietary Information
Cheese, monterey is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Cheese, monterey include Calcium, Ca (57% DV) , Phosphorus, P (36% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (35% DV) , Riboflavin (30% DV) , and Zinc, Zn (27% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 373 calories per 100 grams, Cheese, monterey gets 26% of its calories from protein, 1% from carbohydrates, and 73% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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