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Cajun cheese Calories
Spiced cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (thin) of Cajun cheese (28 g) has 101 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 6.2 g of protein, 8.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 196 mg of Calcium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Cajun cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (thin) · 28 g
101
KCAL / 28G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
8.1g
· 10% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 3% · Protein 25% · Fat 72%
Cajun cheese nutrition facts table · 1 slice (thin) (28 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 101 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.1 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 5.04 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 230 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Thin Slice of Cajun cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (thin) | 28 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 28 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 cup (grated) | 90 g | 324 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cajun cheese
What is Cajun cheese?
Cajun cheese is cheese seasoned with Cajun-style spices. It is not one fixed cheese recipe: the cheese base and seasoning blend can vary by maker, so products may differ in texture and heat.
What does Cajun cheese taste like?
Cajun cheese tastes savory, salty, and warmly spiced, with the flavor of the underlying cheese still coming through. Depending on the blend, you may notice pepper, garlic, onion, or herbs.
Is Cajun cheese spicy?
Cajun cheese can be mildly warm or quite hot; its heat depends on how much chili pepper the maker uses. If you are sensitive to spice, try a small bite before adding it to a dish.
How do you use Cajun cheese?
Use Cajun cheese in sandwiches, burgers, grilled cheese, or baked dishes when you want a spiced, savory note. Its seasoning can bring plenty of flavor on its own, so go lightly with extra salt and hot sauce.
Does Cajun cheese melt well?
Cajun cheese can melt well, but the result depends on the cheese used as its base. It works in a grilled cheese or on a burger; thin slices usually melt more evenly than thick chunks.
How is Cajun cheese made?
Cajun cheese is generally made by combining cheese with a Cajun-style seasoning blend, though the exact method and ingredients vary. At home, mix a little seasoning into softened cheese, taste, and add more gradually.
What cheese is used as the base for Cajun cheese?
There is no single required base for Cajun cheese. Makers may season different styles of cheese, which is why one version can be soft and spreadable while another is firm enough to slice.
Is Cajun cheese actually from Cajun cuisine?
Cajun cheese is a seasoned cheese inspired by Cajun flavors, rather than a single classic cheese with a universally fixed recipe. The name usually refers to the seasoning style, not a specific place of manufacture.
What goes well with Cajun cheese?
Cajun cheese pairs well with bread, crackers, tomatoes, and mildly flavored meats or vegetables. For a snack board, combine it with fresh produce or a mild cheese to balance its salty, spicy flavor.
How should you store Cajun cheese after opening?
Keep Cajun cheese refrigerated after opening, sealed in its original packaging or an airtight container. Follow the product’s storage directions, and discard it if you notice mold or an unusual smell or texture.
Cajun cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.31µg · 13% DV
Vitamin A
72.8µg · 8% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
B5
0.13mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
196mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
132mg · 19% DV
Sodium
230mg · 10% DV
Zinc
0.9mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
27mg · 1% DV
Cajun cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cajun cheese
To burn the 101 calories in 1 slice (thin) (28 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Cajun cheese?
Cajun cheese is cheese flavoured with a bold blend of spices associated with Cajun cooking in Louisiana. It describes a seasoned cheese rather than one single traditional cheese style, and recipes can vary in the type and intensity of the seasoning.
Its savoury, often peppery flavour works well in thin slices on sandwiches or burgers, melted into toast, or served with crackers and fresh vegetables. It is rich in protein and fat and low in carbohydrates, so a little can add plenty of flavour to a meal. Pair it with crisp vegetables or fruit for contrast, or use a modest amount in a sandwich if you want to keep the overall meal lighter.
How Nutritious Is Cajun cheese?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Cajun cheese Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Cajun cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cajun cheese Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Cajun cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.7:1).
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