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Mexican blend cheese
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 384 kcal —
- Protein 24 g 47%
- Carbohydrate 0.1 g 0%
- Fat 32 g 41%
- Saturated fat 16 g 80%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 607 mg 26%
- Cholesterol 95 mg 32%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 174 µg 19%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.5 µg 3%
- Vitamin E 0.25 mg 2%
- Vitamin K 2.5 µg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.02 mg 2%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.32 mg 24%
- Niacin (B3) 0.11 mg 1%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.25 mg 5%
- Vitamin B6 0.06 mg 4%
- Folate (B9) 13 µg 3%
- Vitamin B12 1.2 µg 51%
- Choline 15.7 mg 3%
Minerals
- Calcium 659 mg 51%
- Iron 0.59 mg 3%
- Magnesium 25 mg 6%
- Phosphorus 438 mg 35%
- Potassium 85 mg 2%
- Zinc 3 mg 27%
- Copper 0.03 mg 3%
- Manganese 0.02 mg 1%
- Selenium 15 µg 27%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 384 | 24 g | 0.1 g | 32 g |
| 1 × cup shredded | 28 g | 108 | 6.6 g | 0 g | 9 g |
| 2 × cup shredded | 56 g | 215 | 13 g | 0.1 g | 18 g |
| ½ × cup shredded | 14 g | 54 | 3.3 g | 0 g | 4.5 g |
| 3 × cup shredded | 84 g | 323 | 20 g | 0.1 g | 27 g |
| 4 × cup shredded | 112 g | 430 | 26 g | 0.1 g | 36 g |
Similar foods
- Tex Mex blend cheeseshredded370 kcal / 100 g
- Pizza blend cheeseshredded331 kcal / 100 g
- Italian style cheese blendshredded334 kcal / 100 g
- Cheddar and mozzarella cheese blendshredded330 kcal / 100 g
- Queso anejo Mexican cheese373 kcal / 100 g
- Blended cheeseregular fat320 kcal / 100 g
- Queso chihuahua Mexican cheese374 kcal / 100 g
- Dairy blend697 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Mexican blend cheese
What is Mexican blend cheese made of?
It is a ready-grated mix, commonly combining Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Asadero and Queso Quesadilla. The exact cheeses differ by blend, but the aim is a mild, creamy cheese that melts well.
How do you stop Mexican blend cheese going oily when it melts?
Grate it finely if needed and melt it over low heat, stirring gently; high heat can make the fat separate. For nachos or quesadillas, add it near the end and heat only until melted.
What can you make with Mexican blend cheese?
Scatter it over nachos, tacos, burritos or enchiladas, or use it in quesadillas, baked potatoes and a cheesy breakfast omelette. It also works as a topping for chilli or tortilla soup.
Can you use Mexican blend cheese instead of Cheddar?
Yes. Use it in the same amount for tacos, quesadillas, nachos and other dishes where you want a milder flavour and an easy melt; mature Cheddar gives a sharper taste.
How should you store Mexican blend cheese after opening?
Keep it sealed in the fridge and use a clean, dry utensil to take what you need. If the packet gives a storage instruction or use-by date, follow it; discard cheese that develops mould or an unusual smell.
Can you freeze Mexican blend cheese?
Yes: freeze it tightly sealed, ideally in small portions, and thaw it in the fridge. The texture may become crumbly, so thawed cheese is best used in cooked dishes such as quesadillas or enchiladas.
How much Mexican blend cheese is a serving?
A typical handful of shredded cheese is about 28 g. That portion provides 108 kcal and 6.6 g of protein.
Is Mexican blend cheese high in calcium?
Yes. A 28 g handful provides 185 mg of calcium, and the cheese is also a source of vitamin A.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 171288 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
