Queso Blanco Mild
Opens Amazon.com · We may earn a commission
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Queso Blanco Mild by H-E-B scores 8/10 for Kids / Growing based on good protein for growth.
Queso Blanco Mild by H-E-B provides 233 calories, 10.0g protein, 23.3g fat, and 3.3g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 4.3g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Kids / Growing health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 10.0g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ✓Contains no detected additives — a clean ingredient list.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (11.7g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Queso Blanco Mild by H-E-B sits near the middle of the cheese category with 233 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321). Low protein at just 10.0g per 100g — well below the 26.3g average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 233 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 10.0g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Sugars: 3.3g per 100g (category avg: 7.9g)
- •Saturated fat: 11.7g per 100g
- •Sodium: 767mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for people managing blood sugar levels. Not the best choice if you're watching saturated fat for heart health.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 11.7g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 767mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1533mg — roughly 67% 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 Queso Blanco Mild doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for higher-protein alternatives for better satiety, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cheese category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Processed pasteurized American cheese, water, tomatoes with green chiles, milk, half & half, tapioca starch, roasted jalapeno peppers, cultured dextrose, garlic, capsicum oleoresin.