How many calories are in Cheese, Mexican?

A 100 g serving of Cheese, Mexican has 282 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.

How much protein is in Cheese, Mexican?

Per 100 g there are 24.7 g of protein — about 49% of the Daily Value (50 g).

How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, Mexican?

Per 100 g there are 19.4 g of fat and 3.4 g of carbohydrate, including 0 g of fiber.

What nutrients is Cheese, Mexican high in?

Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (88% DV), Protein (49% DV), Vitamin A (17% DV).

Eggs & Dairy

Cheese, Mexican

USDA reference values for cheese, mexican (per 100 g).

282kcalCalories

24.7gProtein

19.4gFat

3.4gCarbs

Protein, fat and carb balance

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

Protein 34.4%
Fat 60.8%
Carbs 4.8%

What this food is high in

88% Calcium 1,146 mg / 100 g 49% Protein 24.7 g / 100 g 17% Vitamin A 155 mcg / 100 g

Shown as percent of the Daily Value per 100 g.

Full nutrition facts (per 100 g)

Nutrient	Per 100 g	% DV*
Macronutrients
Protein	24.7 g	49%
Total Fat	19.4 g	25%
Saturated Fat	11.6 g	58%
Carbohydrate	3.4 g	1%
Dietary Fiber	0 g	0%
Total Sugars	0.6 g	1%
Minerals
Sodium	776 mg	34%
Potassium	93 mg	2%
Calcium	1,146 mg	88%
Iron	0.1 mg	<1%
Magnesium	35 mg	8%
Vitamins
Vitamin C	0 mg	0%
Vitamin A	155 mcg	17%
Vitamin D	0.4 mcg	2%
Other
Cholesterol	62 mg	21%

* Percent of the Daily Value (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, Mexican?: A 100 g serving of Cheese, Mexican has 282 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
How much protein is in Cheese, Mexican?: Per 100 g there are 24.7 g of protein — about 49% of the Daily Value (50 g).
How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, Mexican?: Per 100 g there are 19.4 g of fat and 3.4 g of carbohydrate, including 0 g of fiber.
What nutrients is Cheese, Mexican high in?: Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (88% DV), Protein (49% DV), Vitamin A (17% DV).

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