Ricotta (Whole Milk)
174 kcal per 100g
Ricotta (Whole Milk) has 174 kcal per 100 g, and 1/2 cup (124 g) comes to about 216 kcal, with 14 g protein, 3.7 g carbs and 16 g fat.
Kairo logs Ricotta (Whole Milk) from a photo: the app estimates the portion on the plate and fills in calories and macros from reference data, no typing needed.
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- 11 g
- Protein
- 3 g
- Carbs
- 13 g
- Fat
100 g ≈ 9 % of a 2,000 kcal reference intake. Work out your own daily need
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 100g
Compare with: Cheddar Cheese · Cottage Cheese (Low-Fat, 2%) · Cream Cheese
Health Info
Ricotta is made from whey, giving it a soft texture and a good protein-to-calorie ratio with notable calcium. It is lower in sodium than most cheeses, which makes it versatile in both savory and sweet dishes.
Macros per 100g
Values per 100 g are based on recognised nutrition reference data. Last reviewed: June 2026. View sources
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- How many calories are in Ricotta (Whole Milk)?
- Ricotta (Whole Milk) has 174 kcal per 100 g. A typical 124 g serving contains about 216 kcal.
- How much protein is in Ricotta (Whole Milk)?
- Ricotta (Whole Milk) provides 11.3 g of protein per 100 g.
- How many carbs are in Ricotta (Whole Milk)?
- Ricotta (Whole Milk) contains 3 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, of which 0.3 g is sugar.
- How much fat is in Ricotta (Whole Milk)?
- Ricotta (Whole Milk) contains 13 g of fat per 100 g.
- Is Ricotta (Whole Milk) good for weight loss?
- At 174 kcal per 100 g, Ricotta (Whole Milk) is moderate in calories, so portion size is what matters most for weight loss. Its 11.3 g of protein per 100 g also helps with satiety.
- Can I log Ricotta (Whole Milk) in Kairo from a photo?
- Yes, photograph the plate and Kairo estimates the portion of Ricotta (Whole Milk), then logs calories and macros from reference data. If the portion looks off, you can adjust the grams and the numbers update.