Cheese, blue
FDC 172175oz (28 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 25 · -10 vs Dairy & eggs medianBlue cheese posts a score of 25 of 100, a Low band that ranks 42nd of 60 in Dairy & eggs, sitting below the category median of 35. It is genuinely nutrient rich by the numbers though, with 43% DV protein, 41% DV calcium, and 22% DV vitamin A all landing in the excellent tier.
Blue cheese is crumbled over salads, melted into sauces, or served in small wedges alongside fruit and crackers, its sharp veined flavor making a little go a long way. A one ounce (28 g) portion is standard, though sodium reaches 1150 mg per 100 g and saturated fat 18.7 g per 100 g, so it suits sparing use; camembert scores higher in the same category for a milder swap.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 353 kcal | 18% |
| Total fat | 29 g | 37% |
| Saturated fat | 19 g | 94% |
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 1150 mg | 50% |
| Carbohydrate | 2.3 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0.5 g | |
| Protein | 21 g | 43% |
| Potassium | 256 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 528 mg | 41% |
| Iron | 0.31 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 23 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 198 µg | 22% |
| Vitamin E | 0.25 mg | 2% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 99 kcal | 5% |
| Total fat | 8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 5.2 g | 26% |
| Cholesterol | 21 mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 322 mg | 14% |
| Carbohydrate | 0.66 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0.14 g | |
| Protein | 6 g | 12% |
| Potassium | 72 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.09 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 6.4 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 55 µg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.07 mg | 0% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 172175Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the dairy & eggs median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
More nutrient-dense swaps
Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.
Ice cream sandwichDensity 25 vs 25Light ice cream, CreamsicleDensity 27 vs 25Cheese, camembertDensity 29 vs 25