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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Ricotta Cheese"
| Food Name: Ricotta Cheese | |
| Food Group: Dairy and Egg Products | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 150 | Total Fat (g): 10 |
| Protein (g): 8 | Carbohydrates (g): 7 |
| Net Carbs (g): 7 | Water (g): 74 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 6 | Cholesterol (mg): 49 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 2659 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 445 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 53 | Omega-6 (mg): 422 |
| ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 39 | EPA (20:5 n-3) (mg): 4 |
| DPA (22:5 n-3) (mg): 6 | DHA (22:6 n-3) (mg): 1 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 445 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 120 |
| Vitamin D (IU): 10 | Vitamin K (mcg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 4 | Food Folate (mcg): 4 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 4 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 206 | Magnesium (mg): 20 |
| Phosphorus (mg): 154 | Potassium (mg): 219 |
| Sodium (mg): 110 | Zinc (mg): 1 |
| Selenium (mcg): 6 | |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 18 | Retinol (mcg): 117 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 33 | PRAL Score: 2 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Ricotta Cheese
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Ricotta Cheese'?
100 grams of 'Ricotta Cheese' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 8g (around 16% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 7g (around 3% of daily requirement),
Fat – 10g (around 13% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Fat while lower in Carbohydrates, making it more suitable for diets that are high-fat and also suitable for those requiring low Carbohydrates intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Ricotta Cheese'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Ricotta Cheese' provides around 150 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 8% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Ricotta Cheese' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Ricotta Cheese' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 8g protein, 7g carbs, and 10g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Ricotta Cheese' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
It is also an average source of:
Calcium (mg): 206 mg (16% DV).
'Ricotta Cheese' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Potassium (mg): 219 mg (5% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 20 mg (5% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 154 mg (12% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 6 mcg (11% DV),
Sodium (mg): 110 mg (5% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Ricotta Cheese in significant amounts?
'Ricotta Cheese' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin B12 (mcg): 1 mcg (42% DV).
'Ricotta Cheese' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 120 mcg (13% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 445 IU (15% DV),
Vitamin D (IU): 10 IU (1% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 1 mcg (1% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 4 mcg (1% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 4 mcg (1% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 4 mcg (1% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Ricotta Cheese' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Saturated Fat (g): 6 g (30% of max recommended).