Target, FAT FREE SMALL CURD COTTAGE CHEESE

Nutrition Highlights

• Low in calories with 62 kcal per 100g.
• Good source of protein with 10.6g per 100g.
• Very low in fat (0g per 100g).
• Good source of Calcium, Ca (27% DV).

About FAT FREE SMALL CURD COTTAGE CHEESE

Market Pantry Fat Free Small Curd Cottage Cheese is a low-calorie, high-protein dairy product from Target's Market Pantry line, offering the classic texture of small curd cottage cheese without any fat. Because fat contributes significantly to the creamy texture of traditional cottage cheese, the fat-free version requires additional functional ingredients to replicate the expected mouthfeel.

Beyond the cultured pasteurized nonfat milk base, the ingredient list includes whey (a dairy protein co-product), modified corn starch, tricalcium phosphate (a calcium fortifier and stabilizer), maltodextrin, citric acid, lactic acid (for tang), phosphoric acid (acidity regulator), carob bean gum, guar gum, and carrageenan as texture agents. Vitamin A palmitate is added to replace the fat-soluble vitamin lost with the cream. The product does not contain gluten, eggs, or soy as standalone ingredients. Dairy is the primary allergen throughout.

Nutritionally, this cottage cheese is an outstanding protein source: 62 calories per 100g with 10.62g of protein per 100g and zero fat. Carbohydrates come in at 6.19g per 100g with no fiber. This protein-to-calorie ratio is comparable to egg whites, making fat-free cottage cheese a favorite among athletes, bodybuilders, and those following high-protein diets. It is also a good source of calcium and B vitamins.

Fat-free cottage cheese works well as a standalone snack with fruit, mixed into smoothies for a protein boost, used as a ricotta substitute in lasagna, or spread on toast. Its mild flavor adapts easily to both sweet and savory applications. Individuals with lactose intolerance should be cautious as cottage cheese retains some residual lactose.

Ingredients

CULTURED PASTEURIZED GRADE A NONFAT MILK, WHEY, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALT, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, MALTODEXTRIN, CITRIC ACID, LACTIC ACID, PHOSPHORIC ACID, CAROB BEAN GUM, GUAR GUM, CARRAGEENAN, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, ENZYME.

Dietary Information

FAT FREE SMALL CURD COTTAGE CHEESE is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.

Notable micronutrients in FAT FREE SMALL CURD COTTAGE CHEESE include Calcium, Ca (27% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.

Calorie Breakdown

At 62 calories per 100 grams, FAT FREE SMALL CURD COTTAGE CHEESE gets 69% of its calories from protein, 40% from carbohydrates, and 0% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.

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