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EL MEXICANO, QUESO COTIJA AGED PART SKIM MILK CHEESE
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* 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.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 714 MG | 55% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Sodium, Na | 1,714 MG | 75% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 25g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Rich source of Calcium, Ca (55% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Sodium, Na (75% of Daily Value per 100g).
About EL MEXICANO, QUESO COTIJA AGED PART SKIM MILK CHEESE
El Mexicano Queso Cotija is a traditional Mexican aged part-skim milk cheese made from cultured pasteurized Grade A milk, salt, and enzymes. At 321 calories per 100 g with 25 g of protein and 21.43 g of fat, it is lower in fat than most full-fat aged cheeses due to the part-skim milk base. Zero carbohydrates. Cotija is a hard, crumbly, very salty cheese from the Michoacan region of Mexico, named after the town of Cotija. It does not melt when heated, instead becoming slightly crisp. Traditionally used as a finishing cheese -- crumbled over tacos, elote (Mexican street corn), refried beans, salads, and soups. The high salt content makes it a flavor-forward ingredient rather than a base cheese. Contains dairy. A clean-label product with no artificial additives, colorants, or preservatives. An authentic ingredient for Mexican cuisine applications.
Ingredients
CULTURED PASTEURIZED GRADE A MILK, SALT AND ENZYMES.
Dietary Information
EL MEXICANO, QUESO COTIJA AGED PART SKIM MILK CHEESE is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in EL MEXICANO, QUESO COTIJA AGED PART SKIM MILK CHEESE include Sodium, Na (75% DV) , and Calcium, Ca (55% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 321 calories per 100 grams, EL MEXICANO, QUESO COTIJA AGED PART SKIM MILK CHEESE gets 31% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 60% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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