Monterey Jack Queso
Processing Score
7.1Highly Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
2.5/10Poor
The processing score reflects 22 ingredients, including emulsifiers or gums and natural flavoring. The nutrition score reflects high sodium.
Nutrient Alerts
High Sodium
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
070038623649
We may earn a commission from Amazon purchases.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size30 g
Amount per serving
Calories
50
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.5g
4%
Saturated Fat 1g
5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 5mg
2%
Sodium 200mg
9%
Total Carbohydrate 4g
1%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg
0%
Calcium 20mg
2%
Iron 0mg
0%
Potassium 20mg
0%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
9 listed · 4 flagged for reviewWATER, CHEESE BLEND (CORN STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SALT, DEXTRSOE, CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES]YEAST EXTRACT, XANTHAN GUM, GUM ARABIC), SOYBEAN OIL, CREAM, PEPPERS, SUGAR, SPICES, LACTIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORS.
Listed in source order (heaviest first). Select any ingredient to see its category bucket and other products that contain it.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Monterey Jack Queso's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Natural FlavorsUPF marker
In this product: Natural Flavors.
Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Cheese Blend (Corn Starch, Maltodextrin, Whey Protein Concentrate, Salt, Dextrsoe, Cheddar Cheese [Pasteurized Milk, Cultures, Salt, Enzymes]Yeast Extract, Xanthan Gum, Gum Arabic), Sugar.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Soybean Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Lactic Acid.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
Ketzal for iPhone
Avoiding Milk Or Soy?
This product lists milk and soy in its ingredients. Ketzal, our iPhone app, tracks these and other allergens and ingredients on your Avoid List. Download Ketzal to set up your own Avoid List and get an alert when a product you scan contains something on it.
Get Ketzal
Less Processed Alternatives
Same category, with lower Processing Scores.
Achiotina Pasta De Achiote Lard Colored with Annatto
Goya
1.0
Less processed (Minimally Processed)
Cream of Tartar
Simply Balanced
1.0
Less processed (Minimally Processed)
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Galantino
1.05.0
Less processed (Minimally Processed), higher nutrition score
Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic
Galantino
1.05.0
Less processed (Minimally Processed), higher nutrition score
Similar Products
Same category, at a similar Processing level.
About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
Something wrong on this page? Let me know. If it's a product, you can also submit photos of its label using our mobile app, Ketzal.