Fresh cheese curds with a mild flavor, popular for high-protein diets.
Protein per 1 cup (226g)
11
g% Daily Value
Per 1 cup (226g)
2.7g
sugar
A serving of Cottage Cheese (1 cup (226g)) contains 11g of protein, which is 22% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues, making enzymes and hormones, and supporting immune function. When planning your meals, consider that cottage cheese is a significant source of protein compared to other dairy.
See how Cottage Cheese compares to other dairy foods.
per 2 large (100g)
13g
per 1 cup (244g)
3.4g
per 1 cup (170g)
10g
per 3 oz (85g)
25g
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