Red Leicester: Nutrition Facts and Calories
Red Leicester is a firm, unpasteurised cow's milk cheese, recognisable by its distinctive orange colour, which is traditionally derived from annatto. Products in this category are typically sold as blocks, pre-sliced portions, or grated. The ingredient list for Red Leicester cheese will generally show only milk, salt, and a cheese culture, sometimes with annatto for colour. As a cheese, it is a source of protein and calcium. The nutrition label will provide information on energy content, fat (including saturated fat), and salt. The NHS Eatwell Guide suggests that dairy products, like cheese, can be part of a balanced diet, but due to their fat and salt content, consumption should be moderate. Salt content is declared on UK nutrition labels, and the government advises adults to consume no more than 6g of salt per day. All values are shown per 100 g so products can be compared.
33 products · values per 100 g
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