How many calories are in Cheese, Parmesan?

A 100 g serving of Cheese, Parmesan has 265 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.

How much protein is in Cheese, Parmesan?

Per 100 g there are 20 g of protein — about 40% of the Daily Value (50 g).

How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, Parmesan?

Per 100 g there are 20 g of fat and 1.4 g of carbohydrate, including 0 g of fiber.

What nutrients is Cheese, Parmesan high in?

Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (85% DV), Protein (40% DV), Vitamin A (18% DV).

Eggs & Dairy

Cheese, Parmesan

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

265kcalCalories

20gProtein

20gFat

1.4gCarbs

Protein, fat and carb balance

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

Protein 30.1%
Fat 67.8%
Carbs 2.1%

What this food is high in

85% Calcium 1,109 mg / 100 g 40% Protein 20 g / 100 g 18% Vitamin A 160 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	20 g	40%
Total Fat	20 g	26%
Saturated Fat	13.3 g	67%
Carbohydrate	1.4 g	<1%
Dietary Fiber	0 g	0%
Total Sugars	0 g	0%
Minerals
Sodium	1,529 mg	66%
Potassium	125 mg	3%
Calcium	1,109 mg	85%
Iron	0.9 mg	5%
Magnesium	38 mg	9%
Vitamins
Vitamin C	0 mg	0%
Vitamin A	160 mcg	18%
Vitamin D	0.4 mcg	2%
Other
Cholesterol	88 mg	29%

* 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, Parmesan?: A 100 g serving of Cheese, Parmesan has 265 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
How much protein is in Cheese, Parmesan?: Per 100 g there are 20 g of protein — about 40% of the Daily Value (50 g).
How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, Parmesan?: Per 100 g there are 20 g of fat and 1.4 g of carbohydrate, including 0 g of fiber.
What nutrients is Cheese, Parmesan high in?: Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (85% DV), Protein (40% DV), Vitamin A (18% DV).

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