
Product Insights
Ricotta is a fresh Italian cheese made from whey, cream and salt, classified in the milk and dairy products group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and falls in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, reflecting its manufacturing steps despite containing no additives. Compared with average cheese, it is low in fat, saturated fat and salt and provides modest protein, but its sugar level is higher than typical cheeses and its overall energy is relatively low.
Nutrient Levels
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Nutritional Values
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Comparative Analysis
Compared with the average cheese values, this Ricotta contains about half the fat (12 g vs 25 g), less than a third of the saturated fat (8.4 g vs 15.3 g) and markedly less salt (0.25 g vs 3.3 g), while providing slightly more sugar (3 g vs 1.8 g) and roughly half the calories (150 kcal vs 323 kcal).
Ingredients
_Molke_, _Rahm_, Speisesalz.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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