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Cheese Queso Fresco Solid

SR Legacy·Comprehensive Reference Data

Cheese, queso fresco, solid

Dairy and Egg Products

Both protein (18.9g) and fat (23.4g) are substantial, making Cheese Queso Fresco Solid a calorie-efficient source of both macronutrients. Sodium is notably high at 627mg per 100g (27% DV), relevant for anyone on a low-sodium or DASH diet. Nutritionally broad, Cheese Queso Fresco Solid delivers meaningful amounts of 7 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value.

Calories0kcal
Protein18.9G
Fat23.4G
Carbs3G
Fiber0g

Calorie Distribution

298kcal
  • Protein25%18.9 g
  • Fat71%23.4 g
  • Carbs4%3 g

Serving Size

g

% Daily Value

per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference

≤5% low6–19% moderate≥20% good source

Nutrition Facts per 100g

Water51.4G
Protein18.9G
Total lipid (fat)23.4G
Carbohydrate, by difference3.0G
Cholesterol76.1MG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3)0UG
Calcium, Ca602MG
Iron, Fe0MG
Magnesium, Mg27.6MG
Phosphorus, P390MG
Potassium, K126MG
Sodium, Na627MG
Zinc, Zn2.9MG
Copper, Cu0MG
Manganese, Mn0MG
Energy (Atwater General Factors)298KCAL
Energy (Atwater Specific Factors)297KCAL
Nitrogen3.0G
Ash3.4G
Iodine, I79.9UG
Retinol152UG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units0IU
Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol)0UG
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)0UG
Fatty acids, total saturated13.9G
SFA 12:00.75G
SFA 14:02.3G
SFA 16:06.6G
SFA 18:02.1G
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated5.0G
PUFA 18:20.60G

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Nutrient Highlights

  • Cheese Queso Fresco Solid is a excellent source of Calcium (46% DV) — see top foods ranked by Calcium
  • Cheese Queso Fresco Solid is a excellent source of Protein (38% DV) — see top foods ranked by Protein
  • Cheese Queso Fresco Solid is a excellent source of Sodium (27% DV) — see top foods ranked by Sodium
  • Cheese Queso Fresco Solid is a excellent source of Zinc (26% DV) — see top foods ranked by Zinc

Dietary Considerations

  • At 627mg of sodium per 100g, Cheese Queso Fresco Solid should be consumed mindfully on a DASH or low-sodium diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.

  • Cheese Queso Fresco Solid fits well in high-protein, low-carb eating patterns with 18.9g protein and only 3.0g 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 12% (#991 of 8,262)
  • Zinc: top 24% (#1,983 of 8,262)

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g

Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 23.4G30%
Cholesterol 76.1MG25%
Sodium 627MG27%
Total Carbohydrate 3.0G1%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 0
Protein 18.9G38%
Vitamin D 0UG0%
Calcium 602MG46%
Iron 0MG0%
Potassium 126MG3%

* 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: 2647442.

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