Ricotta Cheese (part-skim)
1/2 cup (124g)Protein per 100g11.4g
Calories per 100g174
Fat per 100g7.9g
Carbs per 100g6.4g
Fiber per 100g0.0g
Leucine (per serving, est.)1050mg
Typical cost$$
Quality 0.93
high biological value dairy protein
vegetariangluten-free
Why Ricotta Cheese (part-skim) shows up in protein-forward diets
More than double the calories of cottage cheese for a similar protein number, because ricotta retains far more of the milk fat during the whey-draining process.
Serving-size math
A 1/2 cup (124g) portion delivers 14.1g of protein and roughly 216 calories. Scaled per 100 calories, that works out to 6.55g of protein — useful for comparing against other foods on a calorie-matched basis rather than a weight-matched one.
Prep tip
Whip in a food processor for 60 seconds for a noticeably smoother, less grainy texture in desserts.
Best for
- baking
- occasion cooking
Allergens
Contains: dairy.
Frequently asked
How much protein is in ricotta cheese (part-skim)?
11.4g per 100g, or 14.1g per 1/2 cup (124g).
Is ricotta cheese (part-skim) a complete protein?
Yes — it's rated a complete, high-quality protein source (high biological value dairy protein).