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Semi-hard full-fat cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (thin) of Padona cheese (25 g) has 89 calories. That works out to 356 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.4 g of carbs, 6.2 g of protein, 7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 180 mg of Calcium covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (thin) · 25 g
89
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
0.4g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
7g
· 9% 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 28% · Fat 70%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 89 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.4 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.23 g | |
| Sodium | 195 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.4 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 89 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 25 g | 89 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 35 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 178 kcal |
| ½ cup (diced) | 55 g | 196 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 356 kcal |
| 1 cup (grated) | 110 g | 392 kcal |
Calculated from 356 calories per 100 g.
Padona cheese is a semi-hard, full-fat cheese. Those characteristics do not establish its milk source, aging time, or a single traditional recipe, so details may differ between products sold under this name.
Padona cheese has a semi-hard texture, while its exact flavor and saltiness can vary by producer and aging. Try a thin slice on its own first, then pair it with fruit or bread if you are serving it on a cheese board.
No. Similar names do not make Padona cheese and Grana Padano interchangeable identities; Grana Padano is a protected Italian cheese with defined production rules. The name Padona alone does not establish that a cheese follows those rules.
Yes, Padona cheese softens and melts when heated, making it suitable for a grilled cheese sandwich. Cook over moderate heat so the bread can brown while the cheese warms through.
Yes, if your Padona cheese is firm enough to grate, you can use it over pasta. Grate it finely and add a little at a time; its saltiness and melting behavior may differ from familiar hard grating cheeses.
Yes, Padona cheese can be used in macaroni and cheese, but the result will not taste exactly like a cheddar version. Melt it into the sauce gradually and taste before adding extra salt.
Serve Padona cheese in thin slices or small pieces, with plain crackers, bread, or fresh fruit. Since its precise flavor can vary by product, offer a mild accompaniment that will not overwhelm it.
Wrap Padona cheese well and refrigerate it after opening to limit drying and odor transfer. Use a clean knife each time, and follow the package’s storage instructions and use-by date.
Yes, Padona cheese can be frozen, but thawing may leave it drier or more crumbly. It is usually better suited to cooked dishes after freezing than to serving as neat slices on a cheese board.
There is no single rind rule that can be inferred from the name Padona cheese. If the piece has a natural rind, follow the product guidance; do not eat an artificial wax or coating.
Vitamins
B12
0.35µg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
66.25µg · 7% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
180mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
125mg · 18% DV
Sodium
195mg · 8% DV
Zinc
0.85mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
24mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 89 calories in 1 slice (thin) (25 g):
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Padona cheese is a full-fat, semi-hard cheese made from milk. It holds its shape when sliced, with a firm but yielding texture and a rich, savoury dairy flavour. The exact taste can vary with the maker and how the cheese is matured, so it works both as a simple table cheese and as an ingredient in cooked dishes.
Serve it in thin slices with bread, add it to sandwiches or toast, or include it on a cheese board with fresh vegetables and olives. It is rich in protein and fat and very low in carbohydrate, with 1.6 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. For a lighter plate, keep the portion modest and pair it with crisp vegetables.
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
4.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.95g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.