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Calories in Cottage Cheese (Low-fat)

Calories

72

kcal/100g

Protein

12g

per 100g

Carbs

3g

per 100g

Fat

1g

per 100g

About Cottage Cheese (Low-fat)

Low-fat cottage cheese is a fantastic high-protein, low-calorie food. It's had a major resurgence as a fitness food and works in both sweet and savory dishes.

Macro Breakdown (per 100g)

Protein
12g (24%)
Carbs
3g (1%)
Fat
1g (1%)
Fiber
0g (0%)

Calorie source split

Protein 70%Carbs 17%Fat 13%

Calories in Cottage Cheese (Low-fat) by Serving Size

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
100g (standard reference)(100g)7212g3g1g
1/2 cup (113g)(113g)8113.6g3.4g1.1g
1 cup (226g)(226g)16327.1g6.8g2.3g

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Cottage Cheese (Low-fat) Diet Tags

high proteinlow fatweight loss

Cottage Cheese (Low-fat) Nutrition — FAQs

1

How many calories in Cottage Cheese (Low-fat) per 100g?

Cottage Cheese (Low-fat) contains 72 calories per 100g, with 12g protein, 3g carbs, and 1g fat.

2

How many calories in 1/2 cup?

1/2 cup (113g) of Cottage Cheese (Low-fat) contains approximately 81 calories, with 13.6g protein, 3.4g carbs, and 1.1g fat.

3

Is Cottage Cheese (Low-fat) low calorie?

Yes — Cottage Cheese (Low-fat) is a low-calorie food at just 72 kcal per 100g. It's an excellent choice for weight management and calorie-controlled diets.

4

What are the macros in Cottage Cheese (Low-fat)?

Per 100g, Cottage Cheese (Low-fat) provides: 12g protein (70% of calories), 3g carbohydrates (17% of calories), and 1g fat (13% of calories).

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Calories in Cottage Cheese (Low-fat): 72kcal/100g — Full Nutrition Breakdown [2026]