Queso fresco Calories
Full nutritional value per 100g
📊 Macronutrient Distribution
📖 About Queso fresco
Queso fresco belongs to the Lácteos group and provides 98 kcal per 100g. It is a food with low caloric content, low caloric density and moderate satiety effect.
Regarding its macronutrient profile, queso fresco stands out for being high in protein (11g), with 3.4g of carbohydrates and 4.3g of fat per 100g.
Dairy is the primary source of calcium for bone health and provides high-quality protein.
⚡ Caloric Equivalents
To put queso fresco's 98 kcal in perspective:
📏 Calories by Portion
| Portion | Amount | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half portion | 50g | 49 kcal | 5.5g |
| Standard portion | 100g | 98 kcal | 11g |
| Large portion | 200g | 196 kcal | 22g |
🎯 Diet Compatibility
📋 Full Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 98 kcal | 5% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.4g | 1% |
| Fat | 4.3g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
* Daily values based on a 2,000 kcal diet. Serving: 100g.
💡 Practical Tips
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does queso fresco have?
Queso fresco has 98 kcal per 100g. It contains 11g of protein, 3.4g of carbohydrates, 4.3g of fat and 0g of fiber. This represents 5% of the recommended daily caloric value.
Does Queso fresco make you gain weight?
With 98 kcal per 100g, queso fresco has a low 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. Being low in calories, it is unlikely to contribute to weight gain.
Is Queso fresco good for a diet?
Queso fresco is high in protein and fiber-free, with low caloric density. It is excellent for weight loss diets because you can eat good amounts without adding many calories.
How much queso fresco can I eat per day?
It depends on your daily caloric goal. On a 2,000 kcal diet, 100g of queso fresco represents 5% of your daily intake. Being very low in calories, you can consume it quite freely.
Is Queso fresco healthy?
Queso fresco 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 fresco with these foods to maximize nutrient absorption:
💡 Did you know...?
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.
Use our side-by-side nutritional comparison tool.