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Gouda Cheese

Gouda Cheese is a semi‑hard Dutch cheese with a mild, slightly sweet and nutty flavor that’s widely used in sandwiches, melting applications and cheese boards. It is a substantial source of protein, providing about 24.9g of protein per 100 g, and is commonly aged to develop its characteristic texture and taste. Nutritionally it also contributes important minerals like calcium and vitamin B12, but as a full‑fat hard cheese it contains notable saturated fat and salt; enjoy in moderation or as part of a balanced meal. From a nutritional perspective, Gouda Cheese delivers high‑quality protein and useful micronutrients, making it a good choice when you want a flavorful, protein‑rich dairy ingredient, though lower‑fat cheese options can reduce saturated fat intake.

Vegetarian · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~2.00€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

C

Fair

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

356 kcal

18% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

25 g

50% RDI

Fat

27 g

18g sat fat

Carbs

2.2 g

1% RDI

Sugar

2.2 g

4% RDI

Fiber

0 g

0% RDI

Salt

0.8 g

16% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C · 5.6 / 10

Healthy alternatives

Ingredients that rank higher on the overall quality profile and might substitute well in some recipes.

Frequently asked

Q.01Is Gouda Cheese healthy?

Gouda Cheese is rated moderate (Health Grade C) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Gouda Cheese?

Gouda Cheese is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Gouda Cheese gluten free?

Yes, Gouda Cheese is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Gouda Cheese?

100g of Gouda Cheese contains 356 kcal, 24.9g protein, 2.22g carbohydrates, 27.4g fat, and 0g fiber.

Q.04Is Gouda Cheese vegetarian?

Yes, Gouda Cheese is vegetarian but not vegan.

Q.06Is Gouda Cheese lactose free?

Yes, Gouda Cheese is lactose free.

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