Queso curado Calories
Full nutritional value per 100g
📊 Macronutrient Distribution
📖 About Queso curado
Queso curado belongs to the Lácteos group and provides 403 kcal per 100g. It is a food with very high caloric content, high caloric density and high satiety effect from its high protein content.
Regarding its macronutrient profile, queso curado stands out for being very high in protein (25g), with 1.3g of carbohydrates and 33g of fat per 100g.
Dairy is the primary source of calcium for bone health and provides high-quality protein.
⚡ Caloric Equivalents
To put queso curado's 403 kcal in perspective:
📏 Calories by Portion
| Portion | Amount | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half portion | 50g | 202 kcal | 12.5g |
| Standard portion | 100g | 403 kcal | 25g |
| Large portion | 200g | 806 kcal | 50g |
🎯 Diet Compatibility
📋 Full Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 403 kcal | 20% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Carbohydrates | 1.3g | 0% |
| Fat | 33g | 51% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
* Daily values based on a 2,000 kcal diet. Serving: 100g.
💡 Practical Tips
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does queso curado have?
Queso curado has 403 kcal per 100g. It contains 25g of protein, 1.3g of carbohydrates, 33g of fat and 0g of fiber. This represents 20% of the recommended daily caloric value.
Does Queso curado make you gain weight?
With 403 kcal per 100g, queso curado has a very high caloric content. No food causes weight gain on its own; it depends on the total calories in your daily diet and your physical activity level. Control portions to make it fit your caloric goal.
Is Queso curado good for a diet?
Queso curado is very high in protein and fiber-free, with high caloric density. It is ideal for cutting or muscle building diets due to its high protein content.
How much queso curado can I eat per day?
It depends on your daily caloric goal. On a 2,000 kcal diet, 100g of queso curado represents 20% of your daily intake. Given its high caloric content, limit to one serving per day or adjust your other meals.
Is Queso curado healthy?
Queso curado is a nutritious food in the Lácteos group. Dairy is the primary source of calcium for bone health and provides high-quality protein. As part of a balanced and varied diet, it is a perfectly healthy food.
🤝 Best Combinations
Combine queso curado with these foods to maximize nutrient absorption:
💡 Did you know...?
Con 25g de proteína, 100g de queso curado cubren el 50% de la ingesta diaria recomendada.
Los lácteos son la fuente alimentaria más biodisponible de calcio: el cuerpo absorbe el 30-35% del calcio de la leche frente al 5-10% de las espinacas.
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