Cheese, romano
* 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 | 0.4 MG | 28% | |
| Niacin | 0.1 MG | 0% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.4 MG | 8% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Folate, total | 7 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 15.4 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.1 UG | 47% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 96 UG | 11% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.5 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.2 UG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 1,064 MG | 82% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.8 MG | 4% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 41 MG | 10% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 760 MG | 61% | |
| Potassium, K | 86 MG | 2% | |
| Sodium, Na | 1,433 MG | 62% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.6 MG | 23% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 14.5 UG | 26% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 31.8g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Rich source of Calcium, Ca (82% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Phosphorus, P (61% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Sodium, Na (62% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (23% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (26% DV).
About Cheese, romano
Romano is sharper and saltier than Parmesan, aged hard and grated or shaved over dishes to add an aggressive, slightly pungent bite. The protein content is among the highest of any common cheese, and fat is substantial too. Traditionally made from sheep's milk in Italy, most commercial Romano sold in the United States is made from cow's milk. Use it where you want a punch of flavor without much volume.
Dietary Information
Cheese, romano is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Cheese, romano include Calcium, Ca (82% DV) , Sodium, Na (62% DV) , Phosphorus, P (61% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (47% DV) , and Riboflavin (28% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 387 calories per 100 grams, Cheese, romano gets 33% of its calories from protein, 4% from carbohydrates, and 63% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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