Minas frescal cheese vs Cottage cheese: Calories, Protein and Which to Choose
A side-by-side comparison of Minas frescal cheese and Cottage cheese per 100 g and per serving, using USDA and TACO data. See which has more protein, fewer calories and how to swap one for the other.
| Nutrient | Minas frescal cheese | Cottage cheese |
|---|---|---|
| kcal | 264 | 81 |
| Protein | 17.4 g | 10.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 3.2 g | 4.8 g |
| Sugar | 3.2 g | 4 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 20.2 g | 2.3 g |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 308 mg |
| Nutrient | Minas frescal cheese | Cottage cheese |
|---|---|---|
| kcal | 79 | 89 |
| Protein | 5.2 g | 11.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 1 g | 5.3 g |
| Sugar | 1 g | 4.4 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 6.1 g | 2.5 g |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 339 mg |
Values based on USDA FoodData Central and TACO (Brazil).
The verdict
- Minas frescal cheese has 6.9 g more protein per 100 g.
- Cottage cheese has 183 fewer kcal per 100 g (69% less).
- For protein per calorie, Cottage cheese wins: 13 g of protein per 100 kcal versus 6.6 g.
- Minas frescal cheese has much less sodium: 31 mg versus 308 mg per 100 g.
- For weight loss, Cottage cheese gives you more food for fewer calories.
- For muscle or weight gain, Minas frescal cheese helps you hit calories with smaller portions.
Swap equivalents
- 100 g of Minas frescal cheese has the same calories as 325 g of Cottage cheese.
- For the protein in 100 g of Minas frescal cheese, you need 165 g of Cottage cheese.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Minas frescal cheese or Cottage cheese?
It depends on your goal. Per 100 g, Minas frescal cheese has 264 kcal and 17.4 g of protein; Cottage cheese has 81 kcal and 10.5 g. Minas frescal cheese has 6.9 g more protein per 100 g. Cottage cheese has 183 fewer kcal per 100 g (69% less). Both fit a balanced diet — the daily total is what matters.
Can I swap Minas frescal cheese for Cottage cheese?
Yes. To keep calories the same, swap 100 g of Minas frescal cheese for about 325 g of Cottage cheese. In the meal plan generator, food swaps do this maths while keeping the meal on target.
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