Ricotta: calories and nutrition facts
Per 100 g: 150 kcal, 7.5 g protein, 7.3 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat. A typical serving (1 tbsp, 25 g) provides about 38 kcal.
Values per 100 g; drinks and milk per 100 ml. Carbohydrates exclude fibre.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrition facts | per 100 g | 1 tbsp · 25 g |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 627 kJ / 150 kcal | 157 kJ / 38 kcal |
| Fat | 10 g | 2.5 g |
| of which saturates | 6.4 g | 1.6 g |
| Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 1.8 g |
| of which sugars | 0.3 g | 0.1 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 7.5 g | 1.9 g |
| Salt | 0.28 g | 0.07 g |
Carbohydrates exclude fibre, as on UK and EU labels. “–” means: not stated in the source.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in ricotta?
150 kcal (627 kJ) per 100 g. 1 tbsp (25 g) provides about 38 kcal.
How much fat is in ricotta?
10 g fat per 100 g, of which 6.4 g saturates. 1 tbsp (25 g) has about 2.5 g.
How much protein is in ricotta?
7.5 g protein per 100 g; 1 tbsp (25 g) has about 1.9 g. That is 20% of the energy.
Compared
Calories per 100 g or 100 ml in Dairy & eggs.
Source and notes
Average values from the United States. Variety, ripeness, origin, recipe and preparation change the values; for packaged food the label applies. Not dietary advice.
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