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EL MEXICANO, QUESO PANELA 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 | 536 MG | 41% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Sodium, Na | 571 MG | 25% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 21.4g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Calcium, Ca (41% DV).
- Good source of Sodium, Na (25% DV).
About EL MEXICANO, QUESO PANELA CHEESE
Queso Panela from El Mexicano, a fresh Mexican white cheese made from pasteurized grade A milk, salt, and enzymes. The label has a typo (SLAT instead of SALT) but the ingredient intent is clear. Per 100 g it provides 321 calories, 21.4 g protein, 25 g fat, and no carbohydrates. Panela is a mild, non-melting fresh cheese similar in style to Indian paneer -- firm enough to slice or cube, with a clean milky flavor. It softens when heated rather than melting into a pool, making it ideal for grilling, frying, or crumbling over soups and salads. Contains milk. A staple cheese in Mexican home cooking.
Ingredients
PASTEURIZED GRADE A MILK, SLAT AND ENZYMES.
Dietary Information
EL MEXICANO, QUESO PANELA 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 PANELA CHEESE include Calcium, Ca (41% DV) , and Sodium, Na (25% 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 PANELA CHEESE gets 27% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 70% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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