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Asiago cheese
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 405 kcal —
- Protein 25 g 51%
- Carbohydrate 3.5 g 1%
- Fat 32 g 41%
- Saturated fat 21 g 103%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0.3 g —
- Sodium 904 mg 39%
- Cholesterol 105 mg 35%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 207 µg 23%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.2 µg 1%
- Thiamin (B1) 0 mg 0%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.29 mg 22%
- Niacin (B3) 0.07 mg 0%
- Vitamin B6 0.05 mg 3%
- Folate (B9) 7 µg 2%
- Vitamin B12 1.1 µg 44%
Minerals
- Calcium 809 mg 62%
- Iron 1.4 mg 8%
- Magnesium 31 mg 7%
- Phosphorus 523 mg 42%
- Potassium 76 mg 2%
- Zinc 3.8 mg 34%
- Copper 0.05 mg 5%
- Manganese 0.02 mg 1%
- Selenium 34 µg 62%
Similar foods
- Cheshire cheese387 kcal / 100 g
- Queso asadero Mexican cheese356 kcal / 100 g
- Swiss cheese393 kcal / 100 g
- Cheddar cheese403 kcal / 100 g
- Pasiego294 kcal / 100 g
- Queso cotija Mexican cheese366 kcal / 100 g
- Manchego388 kcal / 100 g
- Cheese334 kcal / 100 g
- Romano cheese387 kcal / 100 g
- Edam cheese357 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Asiago cheese
What is the difference between fresh Asiago and aged Asiago?
Fresh Asiago, often labelled Asiago Pressato, is mild, springy and good for slicing or melting. Aged Asiago, or Asiago d’Allevo, is firmer and more savoury; the longer-aged versions are best grated.
Does Asiago cheese melt well?
Yes. Fresh Asiago melts smoothly, so use it in toasted sandwiches, on pizza or stirred into a sauce; grate it first and melt it gently over low heat to help prevent the sauce turning oily.
How should you store Asiago cheese?
Wrap it snugly in waxed paper or baking parchment, then place it in a loosely closed container in the fridge. Keep grated Asiago in an airtight container and use it promptly; let a piece come towards room temperature before serving for fuller flavour.
What do you eat with Asiago cheese?
Serve it with pears, apples, crusty bread or cured meats. Fresh Asiago works well in panini and salads, while aged Asiago adds a savoury finish to risotto, polenta and pasta.
Can you use Asiago instead of Parmesan?
Aged Asiago can replace Parmesan when grated over pasta or stirred into risotto, though it tends to taste milder and less sharp. Fresh Asiago is softer and melts more readily, so it is a better choice for sandwiches and baked dishes.
How does Asiago compare with Cheddar?
Asiago has 25 g of protein per 100 g, compared with 22.9 g in Cheddar; Cheddar has 33.3 g of fat, compared with 32 g in Asiago. Their flavours differ too: Asiago can be mild and milky when fresh, or nutty and more savoury when aged.
Where does Asiago cheese come from?
Asiago takes its name from the Asiago plateau in north-eastern Italy, where it originated. It is made from cow’s milk and comes in fresh and aged styles.
Which minerals stand out in Asiago cheese?
Asiago is high in calcium and zinc: a 100 g portion provides 809 mg of calcium and 3.8 mg of zinc.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 7732 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
