Sainsbury's • 250g
Ricotta
Product Insights
Ricotta from Sainsbury's is a fresh Italian cheese made from cow’s milk whey, cream, salt and lactic acid. It falls in the Milk and dairy products group, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed classification, offering 7 g of fat, 5 g of saturated fat, 2.6 g of sugars, 0.26 g of salt and 7.6 g of protein per 100 g. While it provides a modest protein boost and low salt, its moderate saturated fat and ultra‑processed status limit its overall health appeal.
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Comparative Analysis
Compared with typical cheese averages, this ricotta contains far less fat, saturated fat, salt and calories, but its sugar level is higher than average and its protein content is lower.
Ingredients
Whey (Cows' Milk), Cream (Cows' Milk), Salt, Acidity Regulator: Lactic Acid.
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