Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 102.9 kcal430.6 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 4.6 g
- Protein
- 11.6 g
- Total fat
- 4.2 g
- Dietary fiber
- 0 g
- Sodium
- 349.8 mg
- Calcium
- 88.3 mg
Nutrition referenceMeat, Eggs & Dairy
Cottage Cheese
Cottage cheese is a fresh cheese with soft curds, high in protein and low in fat. Per 100 g it provides about 103 calories with 11.6 g protein.
102.9
kcalper 100g
- Carbs
- 4.6g
- Protein
- 11.6g
- Fat
- 4.2g
Reference values
About this food
Understanding this nutrition reference
Cottage cheese is a fresh cheese made from curds of cow's milk. It has a mild flavor and a soft, lumpy texture and is often eaten as a high-protein snack or side.
Nutritionally, cottage cheese is high in protein and low in fat. Per 100 g it provides about 103 kcal, 4.6 g of carbohydrates, 11.6 g of protein, and 4.2 g of fat. It also contains about 350 mg of sodium per 100 g.
Cottage cheese is commonly eaten on its own, with fruit, or in salads. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Portion guidance
How to use the serving references
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical cup of cottage cheese (about 226 g) provides roughly 233 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Cottage Cheese nutrition FAQ
How many calories are in cottage cheese?
Cottage cheese provides about 103 calories per 100 g. A typical cup (about 226 g) provides roughly 233 calories.
Is cottage cheese high in protein?
Yes. Cottage cheese provides about 11.6 g of protein per 100 g.
Is cottage cheese low in fat?
Yes. Cottage cheese provides only about 4.2 g of fat per 100 g.
