Cheese, Ricotta
Cheese, Ricotta belongs to the eggs & dairy category of our catalog. A 100 g serving provides 157 kcal with 7.8 g of protein, 11 g of fat, 6.9 g of carbohydrate. Its strongest contribution is calcium — 17% 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, Ricotta and Cheese, Ricotta, or jump to the full food catalog.
Calorie & macro balance
Share of calories from each macronutrient (per 100 g).
- Protein19.8%7.8 g
- Fat62.8%11 g
- Carbs17.4%6.9 g
What this food is high in
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 | 157 kcal | 8% |
| Macronutrients | ||
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% |
| Total Fat | 11 g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 7 g | 35% |
| Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber | — | |
| Total Sugars | — | |
| Minerals | ||
| Sodium | 105 mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 230 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | <1% |
| Magnesium | 19.7 mg | 5% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Vitamin C | — | |
| Vitamin A | 127 mcg | 14% |
| Vitamin D | — | |
| Other | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% |
* 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, Ricotta?
- A 100 g serving of Cheese, Ricotta has 157 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
- How much protein is in Cheese, Ricotta?
- Per 100 g there are 7.8 g of protein — about 16% of the Daily Value (50 g).
- How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, Ricotta?
- Per 100 g there are 11 g of fat and 6.9 g of carbohydrate.
- What nutrients is Cheese, Ricotta high in?
- Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (17% DV), Protein (16% DV), Vitamin A (14% DV).
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