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Queso cotija. Nutrient values are reported by USDA FoodData Central for the stated 100 g basis.
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MEASURED VALUES
Key nutrition facts
For 100 g
COMPLETE PROFILE
All available nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 351 kcal | — |
| Protein | 23.8 g | 47.6% |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 2.72 g | 1% |
| Total lipid (fat) | 27.2 g | 34.9% |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0 g | 0% |
| Total Sugars | 0 g | — |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 15.9 g | 79.5% |
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 29.7% |
| Sodium, Na | 1,620 mg | 70.4% |
| Potassium, K | 117 mg | 2.5% |
| Calcium, Ca | 700 mg | 53.8% |
| Iron, Fe | 0 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium, Mg | 30 mg | 7.1% |
| Phosphorus, P | 486 mg | 38.9% |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.6 mg | 32.7% |
| Copper, Cu | 0 mg | 0% |
| Selenium, Se | 17.7 µg | 32.2% |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 166 µg | 18.4% |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.25 mg | 1.7% |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.9 µg | 1.6% |
| Thiamin | 0.03 mg | 2.4% |
| Riboflavin | 0.49 mg | 37.4% |
| Niacin | 0.11 mg | 0.7% |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.05 mg | 2.9% |
| Folate, DFE | 10 µg | 2.5% |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.26 µg | 94.2% |
| Choline, total | 15.4 mg | 2.8% |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Carotene, alpha | 0 µg | — |
| Carotene, beta | 0 µg | — |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0 µg | — |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 5.93 g | — |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.19 g | — |
| Folate, food | 10 µg | — |
| Folate, total | 10 µg | — |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | — |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0 µg | — |
| Lycopene | 0 µg | — |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.52 g | — |
| MUFA 18:1 | 7.63 g | — |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.19 g | — |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0 g | — |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.71 g | — |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.2 g | — |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0 g | — |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0 g | — |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Retinol | 166 µg | — |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.54 g | — |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.84 g | — |
| SFA 14:0 | 2.57 g | — |
| SFA 16:0 | 7.39 g | — |
| SFA 18:0 | 2.62 g | — |
| SFA 4:0 | 1.58 g | — |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.59 g | — |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.06 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Vitamin E, added | 0 mg | — |
| Water | 40 g | — |
MEASURED NUTRIENT ROLES
Top nutrients that support the body
For 100 g, the strongest Daily Value contributions among nutrients available in this record are Vitamin B12 (94.2% DV), Calcium (53.8% DV) and Phosphorus (38.9% DV). The cards explain the normal roles of those nutrients, not a treatment effect of the food.
Vitamin B12: blood cells and nerves
This amount provides 2.26 µg. Vitamin B12 supports healthy blood cells, DNA synthesis and normal nervous-system function. This describes the nutrient’s normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceCalcium: bones, muscles and nerves
This amount provides 700 mg. Calcium helps form bones and teeth and supports normal muscle, nerve and blood-vessel function. This describes the nutrient’s normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referencePhosphorus: bones and cellular energy
This amount provides 486 mg. Phosphorus helps form bones and teeth and is involved in energy production and cell membranes. This describes the nutrient’s normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceRiboflavin (B2): energy and cell growth
This amount provides 0.49 mg. Riboflavin helps convert food into energy and supports cell growth, development and function. This describes the nutrient’s normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceZinc: immune function and repair
This amount provides 3.6 mg. Zinc supports immune function, DNA and protein synthesis, wound healing, growth and the sense of taste. This describes the nutrient’s normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceSelenium: thyroid and antioxidant defense
This amount provides 17.7 µg. Selenium supports thyroid hormone metabolism, DNA synthesis and protection from oxidative damage. This describes the nutrient’s normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceMEASURED CONTRIBUTIONS AND REVIEWED RECORDS
Food-specific benefits & evidence
High in Vitamin B12
This amount provides 2.26 µg. Vitamin B12 supports healthy blood cells, DNA synthesis and normal nervous-system function. This is a measured nutrient contribution, not proof that the food prevents or treats disease.
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Food data sources
- FoodData CentralU.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service
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