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Matured cow cheese
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Matured cow cheese (30 g) has 117 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 7.5 g of protein, 9.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 240 mg of Calcium covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g
117
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
7.5g
· 15% DV
Fat
9.6g
· 12% 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 2% · Protein 25% · Fat 73%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 117 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.6 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 6 g | 30% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 240 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 312 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 468 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Matured cow cheese is cheese made from cow’s milk and left to age under controlled conditions. Aging reduces moisture and develops a firmer texture and more pronounced flavour than fresh cheese; the exact result varies with the method and length of aging.
Matured cow cheese is made by curdling cow’s milk, separating the curds from the whey, and then salting and aging the cheese. During aging, moisture loss and biochemical changes build its characteristic texture and flavour.
Sometimes: a natural rind on matured cow cheese may be edible, but a coating made of wax or plastic is not. If you cannot tell what the rind is made of, remove it and eat the cheese inside.
Matured cow cheese may contain some lactose, although aging often reduces the amount as bacteria use lactose during fermentation. It is not automatically lactose-free, so people with lactose intolerance should pay attention to their own tolerance.
Wrap matured cow cheese in cheese paper or parchment and keep it in a covered container in the refrigerator. This helps prevent it from drying out or absorbing other food odours; wrap the cut surface closely while allowing the cheese some airflow.
Yes, you can freeze matured cow cheese, but freezing may make its texture more crumbly after thawing. It usually works better for cooking or grating than for serving in slices, so wrap it tightly and thaw it in the refrigerator.
Matured cow cheese melts, but its lower moisture can make it less smooth than a young, moist cheese. Grating it and heating it gently usually gives a better result; excessive heat can make the fat separate.
Matured cow cheese generally tastes more concentrated and savoury than fresh cow’s-milk cheese, with a firmer, sometimes crumbly texture. The precise flavour depends on the milk, aging conditions and rind, so the name does not point to one single taste.
Serve matured cow cheese in thin slices or small pieces with bread, fruit, nuts or pickles. Letting it sit out briefly before serving can make its aroma and flavour easier to notice; it also works grated over pasta or vegetables.
Matured cow cheese can replace Parmesan in some recipes, especially when grated over pasta or vegetables, but the result may taste different. Parmesan has a distinctive savoury flavour, so use the cheese you have and adjust added salt after tasting.
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
Vitamin A
84µg · 9% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B5
0.15mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
240mg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
150mg · 21% DV
Sodium
240mg · 10% DV
Zinc
1.05mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
30mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 117 calories in 1 slice (medium) (30 g):
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Matured cow cheese is made from cow’s milk and left to age so its flavour and texture can develop. The exact method and ageing time vary by maker and style. It is often firm enough to slice, with a deeper, more savoury taste than fresh cheese; some versions also have a darker rind.
It can be served on a cheese board, grated over dishes or sliced into sandwiches, with bread, fruit or pickles. In Turkey, where similar cheeses are often part of breakfast, it also pairs well with olives and tomatoes. Matured cow cheese is rich in protein and fat, so a modest portion can be satisfying; add fresh vegetables for a lighter plate.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
6g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.