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Grated Cotija
365 Whole Foods Market

Grated Cotija

🫀1/10
💪7/10
🔥6/10
🩸7/10
🦴6/10
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Nutrition Facts

Per 100g

Calories357 kcal
Protein25.0g
Total Fat28.6g
Saturated Fat17.9g
Carbohydrates3.6g
Sugars0.0g
Fiber0.0g
Sodium1643mg
Protein per 100 kcal7.0g

About This Product

Grated Cotija by 365 Whole Foods Market scores 7/10 for Muscle Building based on moderate protein per calorie.

Grated Cotija by 365 Whole Foods Market provides 357 calories, 25.0g protein, 28.6g fat, and 3.6g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 7.0g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Blood Sugar, Kids / Growing health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.

  • ✓High in protein with 25.0g per 100g — one of the most protein-dense options in its category.
  • ✓Minimal sugar content at just 0.0g per 100g.
  • ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
  • ⚠High sodium content (1643mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
  • ⚠High in saturated fat (17.9g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Best for: Muscle BuildingBlood SugarKids / Growing

Deep Analysis

Grated Cotija by 365 Whole Foods Market sits near the middle of the cheese category with 357 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321).

Nutrition Breakdown

  • •Calories: 357 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
  • •Protein: 25.0g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
  • •Saturated fat: 17.9g per 100g
  • •Sodium: 1643mg per 100g — on the higher side

Who Should Eat This

Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake. Not the best choice if you're watching saturated fat for heart health.

Watch Out

  • ⚠Saturated fat at 17.9g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
  • ⚠Sodium at 1643mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 3286mg — roughly 143% of the daily limit.
  • ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.

Better Alternatives

If Grated Cotija doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cheese category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.

Ingredients

COTIJA CHEESE (CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, MICROBIAL ENZYMES), POWDERED CELLULOSE (TO PREVENT CAKING)