Queso Cheese

Queso Cheese

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Target diet: Halal

Queso Cheese · Halal

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"whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)

  • "whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)
  • "natural flavors": a trade-secret blend that can involve animal-derived carriers or extracts (Mushbooh)

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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On the label

PotatoesVegetable OilSunflowerCornand/or Canola OilQueso SeasoningSaltWhey

What we checked

Haram ingredients (pork, alcohol)None found
Doubtful (Mushbooh) items"whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
536 kcal
Fat
35.7 g
Saturated fat
5.4 g
high
Carbohydrates
53.6 g
Sugars
3.6 g
low
Fibre
3.6 g
Protein
7.1 g
Salt
1.8 g
high

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, low in sugars, high in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Potatoes, Vegetable Oil (Sunflower, Corn, and/or Canola Oil), Queso Seasoning (Salt, Whey, Maltodextrin [Made from Corn], Whey Protein Concentrate, Monosodium Glutamate, Cheddar Cheese [Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, Spices [Including Chili Pepper], Yeast Extract, Sunflower Oil, Blue Cheese [Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Gum Arabic, Onion Powder, Buttermilk, Paprika Extracts, Sour Cream [Cultured Cream, Skim Milk], Butter [Cream, Salt], Lactic Acid, Garlic Powder, Corn Syrup Solids, Skim Milk, and Annatto Extracts). CONTAINS MILK

Why can't we give a definite answer for Queso Cheese?

Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Queso Cheese fits a halal diet. Reasons:

  • "whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)
  • "natural flavors": a trade-secret blend that can involve animal-derived carriers or extracts (Mushbooh)

Rather than guessing, we prefer to tell you honestly when the data is incomplete. If you follow a halal diet for health or religious reasons, please check the product packaging or contact the manufacturer directly before consuming this product.

Note: This analysis is based on publicly available ingredient data from Open Food Facts. Product formulations change frequently. This is not medical, nutritional, or religious advice.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Queso Cheese Halal?

We cannot say for certain. "whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.

Does Queso Cheese contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Potatoes, Vegetable Oil (Sunflower, Corn, and/or Canola Oil), Queso Seasoning (Salt, Whey, Maltodextrin [Made from Corn], Whey Protein Concentrate, Mo...

What are the nutritional facts of Queso Cheese?

Queso Cheese contains 536 calories per 100g, with 7.1g of protein, 53.6g of carbohydrates, and 35.7g of fat.

How much sugar is in Queso Cheese?

Queso Cheese lists 3.6 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Is Queso Cheese ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Queso Cheese is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Queso Cheese on a Halal diet?

We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Queso Cheese fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.