Queso Cheese

Queso Cheese

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Target diet: Vegan

Queso Cheese · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 7 more.

  • milk
  • whey
  • cream
  • butter
  • cheese
  • buttermilk

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

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Deciding ingredient

milk

On the label

PotatoesVegetable OilSunflowerCornand/or Canola OilQueso SeasoningSaltWhey

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsmilk, whey, cream
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

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

Detailed analysis: why is Queso Cheese not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Queso Cheese is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • milk
  • whey
  • cream
  • butter
  • cheese
  • buttermilk
  • queso
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: 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. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Queso Cheese contains 536 calories per 100g, with 7.1g of protein, 35.7g of fat, and 53.6g of carbohydrates (3.6g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Queso Cheese Vegan?

No, Queso Cheese is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, whey, cream and others.

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 Vegan diet?

No, Queso Cheese is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.