Ranchero Queso Fresco Part Skim Milk Cheese
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Ranchero Queso Fresco Part Skim Milk Cheese by Cacique scores 9/10 for Clean Label based on processed food (nova 3).
Ranchero Queso Fresco Part Skim Milk Cheese by Cacique provides 286 calories, 21.4g protein, 21.4g fat, and 0.0g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 7.5g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Weight Loss, Blood Sugar health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓High in protein with 21.4g per 100g — one of the most protein-dense options in its category.
- ✓Minimal sugar content at just 0.0g per 100g.
- ✓Contains no detected additives — a clean ingredient list.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (14.3g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Ranchero Queso Fresco Part Skim Milk Cheese by Cacique sits near the middle of the cheese category with 286 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 286 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 21.4g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Saturated fat: 14.3g per 100g
- •Sodium: 798mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake, people managing blood sugar levels. Not the best choice if you're watching saturated fat for heart health.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 14.3g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 798mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1597mg — roughly 69% of the daily limit.
Better Alternatives
Ranchero Queso Fresco Part Skim Milk Cheese is a solid choice in its category. For variety, browse other top-scoring cheese products on NutritionRanked.
Ingredients
Cultured pasteurized grade a milk and skim milk, sea salt and enzymes.