Ricotta Nutrition Facts: Calories, Vitamins & Minerals
Ricotta nutrition facts per 100 g and per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Serving: 60 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 174 kcal | 104 kcal |
| Energy (kilojoules) | 728 kJ | 437 kJ |
| Protein | 11 g | 6.6 g |
| Fat | 13 g | 7.8 g |
| incl. saturated | 8 g | 4.8 g |
| Total carbohydrates | 3 g | 1.8 g |
| incl. sugars | 0.3 g | 0.2 g |
| incl. fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 0.2 g | 0.1 g |
*Where the numbers come from
Values per 100 g as eaten, averaged from food composition tables (USDA FoodData Central and others) and rounded — a specific brand or recipe will differ a little. Carbohydrates are total carbohydrate, fiber included, as on a US Nutrition Facts label.
174 kcal (728 kJ) per 100 g · P/F/C 11/13/3 g
Serving (60 g) — 104 kcal (437 kJ) · Nutri-Score C
Per 100 g: sugar: low saturated fat: high salt: low fiber: low
Is ricotta healthy?
In moderation. Ricotta sits in the middle of the scale — grade C on the open 2023 Nutri-Score algorithm: fine in a balanced diet, but not a “more is better” food.
For
- Protein: 6.6 g per serving — 12% of the 56 g daily reference for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult.
Against
- Saturated fat: 4.8 g per serving — 24% of the 20 g daily reference intake.
A typical serving is 60 g: 104 kcal, 6.6 g protein, 7.8 g fat and 1.8 g carbs. Other weights in the table.
How we judge this, and the sources
The answer comes from the food's composition, not from opinion: its Nutri-Score grade on the open 2023 algorithm, a traffic light for sugar, salt, saturated fat and fiber per 100 g, and the share of daily reference amounts in a typical serving (for salt, sugar, fiber and vegetables, those of the WHO). It rates the food's nutrient profile; it is not medical advice. Formulas, thresholds and every source are on the methodology page; last checked against the sources on November 1, 2026. The short food description was written by our language model (AI) — how we check the text.
More about this food
Ricotta is a soft, mild whey cheese — lighter than most cheeses, with protein and calcium.
protein 25%fat 68%carbs 7%
Vitamins and minerals in ricotta
Per 100 g, the standouts are vitamin B12 — 0.85 mcg, 35% of the Daily Value; riboflavin — 0.3 mg, 23% of the Daily Value; calcium — 206 mg, 16% of the Daily Value.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Serving: 60 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg | 72 mcg | 8% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg | 0.18 mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 0.06 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.85 mcg | 0.51 mcg | 21% |
| Potassium | 219 mg | 131 mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 124 mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 20 mg | 12 mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 154 mg | 92 mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.53 mg | 0.32 mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 5.9 mcg | 3.5 mcg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 49 mg | 29 mg | 10% |
*Where the vitamin numbers come from
Vitamins and minerals come from the USDA FoodData Central record “Cheese, ricotta, whole milk” (FDC ID 170851, SR Legacy; public domain), checked October 14, 2026; the record was matched to this food by calories, protein and fat. % DV is per serving, against the FDA Daily Values used on Nutrition Facts labels (2,000-calorie diet). The table lists nutrients that reach at least 2% DV per 100 g; the rest are absent or trace. Varieties, seasons and brands differ, and cooking in water leaches some vitamin C and B vitamins.
Ricotta calories by weight, 20–150 g
30 g of ricotta has 52 calories and 50 g has 87. The table gives protein, fat and carbs for each weight; for any other amount, type your own into the calculator below.
| Weight | Kcal | P / F / C, g |
|---|---|---|
| 20 g | 35 | 2.2 / 2.6 / 0.6 |
| 30 g | 52 | 3.3 / 3.9 / 0.9 |
| 50 g | 87 | 5.5 / 6.5 / 1.5 |
| 60 g — typical serving | 104 | 6.6 / 7.8 / 1.8 |
| 100 g | 174 | 11 / 13 / 3 |
| 150 g | 261 | 17 / 20 / 4.5 |
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Calories in dishes with ricotta
| Dish | Serving | Kcal per serving | Ricotta in it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cannoli with ricotta | 90 g | 309 | ≈40 g |
| Toast with ricotta and berries | 160 g | 282 | ≈50 g |
| Ricotta and spinach cannelloni | 300 g | 381 | ≈71 g |
How we count
Dishes are estimated from typical restaurant and home recipes — a specific kitchen will differ.
How much movement is one serving?
A 60 g serving is 104 kcal — roughly 34 min of easy walking or 13 min of cycling for a 70 kg (154 lb) person. In the diary, minutes are worked out for your weight and the activities you actually do.
Ricotta: swaps and alternatives
Ricotta has a lot of saturated fat (8 g per 100 g), but our database has no same-category swap that fixes this noticeably at the same calories and is a full grade better. The simplest move is a smaller serving. How we pick swaps.
What to pair ricotta with
A serving of ricotta has no fiber (the WHO suggests at least 25 g a day); that's easy to make up on the same plate:
- Raspberries, 120 g — +4.4 g fiber, 55 kcal.
Similar foods with a better grade than ricotta
Same food group, a better Nutri-Score grade. They fall short of a noticeable per-serving swap, but their profile is better. Figures are for 60 g, a typical serving of ricotta.
| Food | Grade | Kcal | Protein, g | Fiber, g | Sat. fat, g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ricotta | C | 104 | 6.6 | 0 | 4.8 |
| Cottage Cheese | A | 73 | 10 | 0 | 1.9 |
Ricotta vs similar foods: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Kcal | P / F / C, g |
|---|---|---|
| Plain Yogurt | 60 | 4.3 / 3.2 / 4 |
| Skyr | 62 | 11 / 0.2 / 4 |
| Greek Yogurt | 73 | 10 / 2 / 3.6 |
| Ricotta | 174 | 11 / 13 / 3 |
| Feta | 264 | 14 / 21 / 4.1 |
| Mozzarella | 280 | 22 / 21 / 2.2 |
| Queso Fresco | 299 | 18 / 24 / 3 |
FAQ
How many calories are in 100 g of ricotta?
100 g of ricotta has 174 calories, with 11 g protein, 13 g fat and 3 g carbohydrates.
How many calories are in a serving of ricotta?
A 60 g serving has 104 calories: 6.6 g protein, 7.8 g fat and 1.8 g carbs.
What are the macros of ricotta?
Per 100 g: 11 g protein, 3 g carbs and 13 g fat. By calories that's about 25% protein, 7% carbs and 68% fat.
How long do you have to walk to burn a serving of ricotta?
About 34 min of easy walking or 13 min of cycling for a 70 kg (154 lb) person — that's the 104 calories in a 60 g serving.
What vitamins and minerals are in ricotta?
Per 100 g, ricotta is richest in vitamin B12 (0.85 mcg, 35% DV), riboflavin (0.3 mg, 23% DV), calcium (206 mg, 16% DV) — from USDA FoodData Central record 170851.
How much fiber is in ricotta?
None: dietary fiber comes from plant foods and mushrooms — vegetables, fruit, grains, beans and nuts.
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