Nutrients in Cheese (cheddar type)
In one serving: 40 g, about 2 slices
Share of the daily amount
| Nutrient | Amount | women 19–50 | men 19–50 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 285 mg NIH | 28% | 28% |
| Selenium | 11 mcg | 20% | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) | 0.45 mcg NIH | 19% | 19% |
| Vitamin A | 130 mcg RAE | 19% | 14% |
| Zinc | 1.4 mg NIH | 18% | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) | 0.17 mg | 15% | 13% |
| Iodine | 20 mcg NIH | 13% | 13% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg NIH | 2.7% | 2.7% |
| Vitamin B7 (biotin) | 0.5 mcg NIH | 1.7% | 1.7% |
Values marked NIH were checked against the food tables of the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements; the others are approximate and unchecked. Real foods vary with variety, brand, soil and cooking.
Dishes that use it
- Cheese and egg sandwich on whole-wheat bread with a guava
- White cheese, avocado and tomato with whole-wheat bread
- Whole-wheat toast with cheese, tomato and an orange
- Whole-wheat pasta with spinach, mushrooms and cheese
- Spinach with cheese and whole-wheat flatbread
- Bean tacos in whole-wheat tortillas with tomato and cheese
- White cheese with olive oil, tomato, whole-wheat bread and dates
- Grilled halloumi with tomato, red pepper and whole-wheat bread
- Cheese omelette with mushrooms and whole-wheat toast
- Greek-style salad with white cheese, chickpeas and whole-wheat bread
- Mushroom rice with green peas and cheese
- Pumpkin soup with cheese on whole-wheat toast
General information for healthy people. It does not diagnose, treat or replace advice from a doctor, pharmacist or dietitian. Not reviewed by a clinician.
Page updated: 2026-10-08 · By Prof. E. Shalaan, Applied Sciences and AI (ASAI)