Calories
72 kcal
4% of Daily kcal · low-calorie
Protein
12 g
25% RDI
Fat
1 g
0.7g sat fat
Carbs
2.7 g
1% RDI
Sugar
2.7 g
5% RDI
Fiber
0 g
0% RDI
Salt
0.9 g
18% RDI
Low-Fat Cottage Cheese
Low-Fat Cottage Cheese is a fresh, mild cheese often used as a spread, dip, or ingredient in both savory and sweet dishes; it’s common in European and North American cuisines as a creamy, low-fat alternative to richer cheeses. Nutritionally, Low-Fat Cottage Cheese is notable as a high-protein dairy option with about 12.4g of protein per 100g, while being relatively low in fat; it also supplies B12, iodine and selenium. It’s a very satiating, high-quality protein choice for meals and snacks, though commercial low-fat varieties can be higher in sodium and naturally contain little fiber or plant antioxidants.
Vegetarian · Gluten free · Processed · ~0.70€/100g
Kinome Health Grade
C
Fair
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Nutrition
Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Cottage Cheese, Low-Fat.
Nutrition quality
Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.
Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
C · 5.7 / 10
Healthy alternatives
Ingredients that rank higher on the overall quality profile and might substitute well in some recipes.
Frequently asked
Q.01Is Low-Fat Cottage Cheese healthy?
Low-Fat Cottage Cheese is rated moderate (Health Grade C) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.
Q.03What NOVA processing level is Low-Fat Cottage Cheese?
Low-Fat Cottage Cheese is NOVA 3 - Processed.
Q.05Is Low-Fat Cottage Cheese gluten free?
Yes, Low-Fat Cottage Cheese is gluten free.
Q.02What are the macros in Low-Fat Cottage Cheese?
100g of Low-Fat Cottage Cheese contains 72 kcal, 12.4g protein, 2.7g carbohydrates, 1g fat, and 0g fiber.
Q.04Is Low-Fat Cottage Cheese vegetarian?
Yes, Low-Fat Cottage Cheese is vegetarian but not vegan.
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