How many calories are in Cheese, Queso Fresco?

A 100 g serving of Cheese, Queso Fresco has 298 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.

How much protein is in Cheese, Queso Fresco?

Per 100 g there are 18.9 g of protein — about 38% of the Daily Value (50 g).

How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, Queso Fresco?

Per 100 g there are 23.4 g of fat and 3 g of carbohydrate.

What nutrients is Cheese, Queso Fresco high in?

Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (46% DV), Protein (38% DV).

Eggs & Dairy

Cheese, Queso Fresco

Cheese, Queso Fresco belongs to the eggs & dairy category of our catalog. A 100 g serving provides 298 kcal with 18.9 g of protein, 23.4 g of fat, 3 g of carbohydrate. Its strongest contribution is calcium — 46% 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, Provolone and Cheese, Ricotta, or jump to the full food catalog.

298kcalCalories

18.9gProtein

23.4gFat

3gCarbs

Calorie & macro balance

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

298 kcal / 100 g

Protein25.4%18.9 g
Fat70.6%23.4 g
Carbs4%3 g

What this food is high in

Calcium 601.8 mg / 100 g Protein 18.9 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	297.6 kcal	15%
Macronutrients
Protein	18.9 g	38%
Total Fat	23.4 g	30%
Saturated Fat	14 g	70%
Carbohydrate	3 g	1%
Dietary Fiber	—
Total Sugars	—
Minerals
Sodium	626.5 mg	27%
Potassium	126.4 mg	3%
Calcium	601.8 mg	46%
Iron	0 mg	0%
Magnesium	27.6 mg	7%
Vitamins
Vitamin C	—
Vitamin A	—
Vitamin D	0 mcg	0%
Other
Cholesterol	76.1 mg	25%

* 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, Queso Fresco?: A 100 g serving of Cheese, Queso Fresco has 298 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
How much protein is in Cheese, Queso Fresco?: Per 100 g there are 18.9 g of protein — about 38% of the Daily Value (50 g).
How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, Queso Fresco?: Per 100 g there are 23.4 g of fat and 3 g of carbohydrate.
What nutrients is Cheese, Queso Fresco high in?: Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (46% DV), Protein (38% DV).

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