Parmesan (hard) vs Cheddar cheese
| Parmesan (hard) | Cheddar cheese | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 35.8 g | 23.3 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 3.2 g | 2.4 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 25.0 g | 34.0 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 392.0 kcal | 408.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 9.1 g | 5.7 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 84 g · 329 kcal | 129 g · 525 kcal |
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The one-line verdict: Parmesan (hard) delivers 1.6× the protein per calorie of Cheddar cheese (9.1 g vs 5.7 g per 100 kcal).
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Bold marks the better side of each row. "Per 100 kcal" answers the density question — which food delivers more protein for the energy it costs. Portion row is computed live from the same USDA base values shown on each food page.