Parmesan
* Calorie value is measured per serving weight shown
Nutrition (per 100g)
Common Serving Sizes
How long to burn 390 kcal
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About Parmesan
Italian hard cheese with intense savoury flavour; great freshly grated.
Health Benefits of Parmesan
Protein among the highest in cheese
Aged at least 12 months (some to 36), moisture evaporates and concentrates it to ~35g protein per 100g - one of the most protein-dense cheeses - plus 1000-1200mg calcium/100g, far above most cheese.
35g protein; an extremely concentrated cheese
Long aging creates abundant free glutamic acid, giving extreme natural umami. Grated finely over pasta, salads or soup, just 5-10g adds a big savoury lift - very calorie-efficient.
35g protein, 1000mg calcium; only 5-10g per serving
With very low moisture (~30%) and decent salt it keeps well. Wrap whole Parmigiano in cling film and refrigerate for months; a little surface mould can be trimmed and it's fine. Buy a block and grate fresh - far better than pre-ground powder.