Low-fat Ricotta
Low-fat ricotta is a mild cheese that provides a good source of protein, supporting muscle maintenance. It features a moderate fat content with relatively low saturated fats compared to other cheeses. Rich in calcium, it helps promote strong bones and teeth. Additionally, it contains vitamins such as B12 and folate, which aid essential body functions.
Macronutrient distribution
A Serving (125 g) of Low-fat Ricotta contains 173 calories, 14.3 g of protein, 6.5 g of carbohydrates, and 9.9 g of fat.
- Protein
- 14.3 g33%
- Carbs
- 6.5 g15%
- Fat
- 9.9 g52%
of calories
Calorie Burn
How long would it take to burn off 173 calories?
- Walking3.5 mph, moderate pace31 min
- YogaModerate effort, gentle pace44 min
- SwimmingFreestyle, moderate effort23 min
- Biking12–14 mph, moderate effort16 min
- StairsStair climbing, moderate pace22 min
- Running5 mph (12 min/mile)16 min
Estimates for an average adult male (~75 kg / 165 lb), based on activity MET values. Download Leana to calculate calorie burn based on your personal profile.
Nutritional composition
Complete nutrition facts: macronutrients (protein, carbs and fat) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals).
Values per Serving (125 g)
Carbohydrates
- Carbohydrates6.5 / 313 g(2%)
- Total Sugars6.5 g
Fats
- Total Fat9.9 / 83 g(12%)
- Saturated Fat4.5 / 25 g(18%)
- Trans Fat0.25 g
- Monounsaturated Fat4.1 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat1 g
- Cholesterol37.5 / 300 mg(13%)
- Omega-30.06 g
- Omega-60.95 g
- Omega-94.1 g
- Oleic Acid3.8 g
- Erucic Acid0.13 g
- Stearic Acid1.4 g
- Linoleic Acid0.88 g
- Myristic Acid0.63 g
- Palmitic Acid2.5 g
- Linolenic Acid0.05 g
- Eicosenoic Acid0.25 g
- Arachidonic Acid0.05 g
- Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)0.05 g
- Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA)0.03 g
Protein
- Protein14.3 / 56 g(25%)
Amino Acids
- Lysine1.3 g
- Serine0.79 g
- Valine0.89 g
- Alanine0.59 g
- Cystine0.1 g
- Cysteine0.2 g
- Proline0.99 g
- Arginine0.5 g
- Histidine0.5 g
- Threonine0.59 g
- Isoleucine0.69 g
- Methionine0.4 g
- Tryptophan0.2 g
- Glutamic Acid2.5 g
- Aspartic Acid1.2 g
- Phenylalanine0.69 g
- Glycine0.4 g
- Leucine1.2 g
- Tyrosine0.59 g
Vitamins
- Vitamin A62.5 / 900 ug(7%)
- Vitamin D1.3 / 15 ug(8%)
- Vitamin E0.13 / 15 mg(1%)
- Vitamin K0.63 / 120 ug(1%)
- Vitamin B60.06 / 1.3 mg(5%)
- Vitamin B120.88 / 2.4 ug(36%)
- Thiamin (B1)0.04 / 1.2 mg(3%)
- Riboflavin (B2)0.38 / 1.3 mg(29%)
- Niacin (B3)0.13 / 16 mg(1%)
- Folate25 / 400 ug(6%)
- Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.5 / 5 mg(10%)
- Biotin1.3 / 30 ug(4%)
- Choline31.3 / 550 mg(6%)
Minerals
- Calcium312.5 / 1,000 mg(31%)
- Iron0.25 / 8 mg(3%)
- Magnesium25 / 420 mg(6%)
- Phosphorus175 / 700 mg(25%)
- Potassium187.5 / 3,400 mg(6%)
- Sodium225 / 2,300 mg(10%)
- Zinc0.88 / 11 mg(8%)
- Copper0.03 / 0.9 mg(3%)
- Manganese0.01 / 2.3 mg(1%)
- Selenium17.5 / 55 ug(32%)
- Iodine12.5 / 150 ug(8%)
Other
- Water93.8 / 3,700 g(3%)

