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Cheese Cotija Solid

SR Legacy·Comprehensive Reference Data

Cheese, cotija, solid

Dairy and Egg Products

A 100g serving covers 71% of the daily recommended Sodium, making Cheese Cotija Solid one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Both protein (23.8g) and fat (27.2g) are substantial, making Cheese Cotija Solid a calorie-efficient source of both macronutrients. Sodium is notably high at 1625mg per 100g (71% DV), relevant for anyone on a low-sodium or DASH diet. Nutritionally broad, Cheese Cotija Solid delivers meaningful amounts of 7 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value.

Calories0kcal
Protein23.8G
Fat27.2G
Carbs2.7G
Fiber0g

Calorie Distribution

351kcal
  • Protein27%23.8 g
  • Fat70%27.2 g
  • Carbs3%2.7 g

Serving Size

g

% Daily Value

per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference

≤5% low6–19% moderate≥20% good source

Nutrition Facts per 100g

Water40.0G
Protein23.8G
Total lipid (fat)27.2G
Carbohydrate, by difference2.7G
Cholesterol89.3MG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3)0UG
Calcium, Ca700MG
Iron, Fe0MG
Magnesium, Mg29.9MG
Phosphorus, P486MG
Potassium, K117MG
Sodium, Na1625MG
Zinc, Zn3.6MG
Copper, Cu0MG
Manganese, Mn0.02MG
Energy (Atwater General Factors)351KCAL
Energy (Atwater Specific Factors)352KCAL
Nitrogen3.7G
Ash6.2G
Iodine, I64.8UG
Retinol167UG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units0IU
Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol)0UG
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)0UG
Fatty acids, total saturated15.9G
SFA 12:00.84G
SFA 14:02.6G
SFA 16:07.4G
SFA 18:02.6G
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated5.9G
PUFA 18:20.71G

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Nutrient Highlights

  • Cheese Cotija Solid is a excellent source of Sodium (71% DV) — see top foods ranked by Sodium
  • Cheese Cotija Solid is a excellent source of Calcium (54% DV) — see top foods ranked by Calcium
  • Cheese Cotija Solid is a excellent source of Protein (48% DV) — see top foods ranked by Protein
  • Cheese Cotija Solid is a excellent source of Zinc (33% DV) — see top foods ranked by Zinc

Dietary Considerations

  • At 1625mg of sodium per 100g, Cheese Cotija Solid should be consumed mindfully on a DASH or low-sodium diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.

  • Cheese Cotija Solid fits well in high-protein, low-carb eating patterns with 23.8g protein and only 2.7g carbs per 100g. See the High-Protein, Low-Carb Guide.

Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods

  • Calcium: top 2% (#165 of 8,262)
  • Sodium: top 2% (#165 of 8,262)
  • Protein: top 16% (#1,322 of 8,262)

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g

Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 27.2G35%
Cholesterol 89.3MG30%
Sodium 1625MG71%
Total Carbohydrate 2.7G1%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 0
Protein 23.8G48%
Vitamin D 0UG0%
Calcium 700MG54%
Iron 0MG0%
Potassium 117MG2%

* 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.

Data Source

Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy. FDC ID: 2647443.

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