Soup, cheese, canned, condensed
FDC 171541cup (124 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 10 · +0 vs Soups & sauces medianSoup, cheese, canned, condensed scores 10 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, Low band, ranking 30 of 60 in Soups & sauces. It has no standout vitamin or mineral percentages in this data, with its 82 calories per 100 g split between carbohydrate and fat in the condensed form.
It is reconstituted with milk or water and served as a quick soup, or used as a casserole base in place of a roux. The clear caveat is sodium: 692 mg per 100 g, higher than the onion soup in the same category, so it is worth pairing with low-sodium sides.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 82 kcal | 4% |
| Total fat | 3.9 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.5 g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 692 mg | 30% |
| Carbohydrate | 11 g | 4% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Sugars | 3.7 g | |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
| Potassium | 37 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.15 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 12 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 69 µg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.56 mg | 4% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 102 kcal | 5% |
| Total fat | 4.9 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 3 g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 3.7 mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 858 mg | 37% |
| Carbohydrate | 14 g | 5% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.7 g | 10% |
| Sugars | 4.6 g | |
| Protein | 0.99 g | 2% |
| Potassium | 46 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.19 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 15 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0.25 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 86 µg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 0.69 mg | 5% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 171541Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the soups & sauces median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
More nutrient-dense swaps
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Condensed cheese soup is diluted with milk or water and heated into a creamy soup, or used undiluted as a sauce base for macaroni and cheese, broccoli or cauliflower gratins, and vegetable casseroles. Warmed and thinned slightly, it also works as a quick, cheesy dip alongside chips or crackers.
Unopened cans store in the pantry; refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container after opening and use within a few days. Per 100g it is 82 calories with 692mg sodium, on the higher end for sodium, so it is best used as an occasional flavor base for casseroles rather than a frequent standalone soup. A cup serving (124g) works well stirred into pasta or vegetables rather than served alone.
Frequently asked questions about soup, cheese
How many calories are in condensed cheese soup?
It has 82 calories per 100g, or about 102 calories for a cup serving (124g).
Is condensed cheese soup high in sodium?
Yes, it has 692mg sodium per 100g.
What is condensed cheese soup used for besides soup?
As a sauce base for macaroni and cheese, vegetable gratins, and casseroles.