How many calories are in Cheese, Cotija?

A 100 g serving of Cheese, Cotija has 351 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.

How much protein is in Cheese, Cotija?

Per 100 g there are 23.8 g of protein — about 48% of the Daily Value (50 g).

How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, Cotija?

Per 100 g there are 27.2 g of fat and 2.7 g of carbohydrate.

What nutrients is Cheese, Cotija high in?

Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (54% DV), Protein (48% DV).

Eggs & Dairy

Cheese, Cotija

Cheese, Cotija belongs to the eggs & dairy category of our catalog. A 100 g serving provides 351 kcal with 23.8 g of protein, 27.2 g of fat, 2.7 g of carbohydrate. Its strongest contribution is calcium — 54% of the Daily Value per 100 g (see the calcium rich foods, including non-dairy sources guide). Related entries in the same group include Cheese, Colby and Cheese, Cottage, or jump to the full food catalog.

351kcalCalories

23.8gProtein

27.2gFat

2.7gCarbs

Calorie & macro balance

Share of calories from each macronutrient (per 100 g).

351 kcal / 100 g

Protein27.1%23.8 g
Fat69.8%27.2 g
Carbs3.1%2.7 g

What this food is high in

Calcium 699.6 mg / 100 g Protein 23.8 g / 100 g

Shown as percent of the Daily Value per 100 g. Tap a ring to explore that nutrient across all foods.

Full nutrition facts (per 100 g)

Nutrient	Per 100 g	% DV*
Energy
Calories	351.4 kcal	18%
Macronutrients
Protein	23.8 g	48%
Total Fat	27.2 g	35%
Saturated Fat	15.9 g	79%
Carbohydrate	2.7 g	<1%
Dietary Fiber	—
Total Sugars	—
Minerals
Sodium	1,625 mg	71%
Potassium	116.7 mg	2%
Calcium	699.6 mg	54%
Iron	0 mg	0%
Magnesium	29.9 mg	7%
Vitamins
Vitamin C	—
Vitamin A	—
Vitamin D	0 mcg	0%
Other
Cholesterol	89.3 mg	30%

* Percent of the Daily Value (based on a 2,000 kcal diet).

Data source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are per 100 g of edible portion and are reference figures — they vary by variety, preparation and brand. Last updated: 2026-04-30.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Cheese, Cotija?: A 100 g serving of Cheese, Cotija has 351 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
How much protein is in Cheese, Cotija?: Per 100 g there are 23.8 g of protein — about 48% of the Daily Value (50 g).
How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, Cotija?: Per 100 g there are 27.2 g of fat and 2.7 g of carbohydrate.
What nutrients is Cheese, Cotija high in?: Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (54% DV), Protein (48% DV).

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