How many carbs are in a Cottage Cheese (low-fat)?
A 1/2 cup (113g) serving of Cottage Cheese (low-fat) contains 5g of total carbs (5g net carbs), 4g sugar, 90 calories, 13g protein, 2.5g fat and 0g fiber.
- Calories
- 90 cal
- Carbohydrates
- 5 g
- of which Sugars
- 4 g
- Fiber
- 0 g
- Net carbs
- 5 g
- Protein
- 13 g
- Fat
- 2.5 g
Cottage Cheese (low-fat) nutrition at a glance
Per 1/2 cup (113g), Cottage Cheese (low-fat) delivers about 5% of a 2,000-calorie daily reference, 2% of the 275g daily carbohydrate reference and 0% of the 28g daily fiber reference. Sugar sits at 8% of the 50g added-sugar reference and protein contributes 26% of the 50g protein reference.
- Calories
- 80
- Carbs
- 4.4 g
- Sugar
- 3.5 g
- Protein
- 11.5 g
- Fat
- 2.2 g
- Fiber
- 0 g
Blood-sugar impact of Cottage Cheese (low-fat)
Most of the carbs here are simple sugars with little fiber to slow absorption — expect a relatively fast blood-sugar rise. Pair with protein or healthy fat to blunt the spike.
With 5g total carbs and 0g fiber, the net-carb figure for a 1/2 cup (113g) serving works out to roughly 5g — this is the number most keto and low-carb tracking apps use. If you're managing type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes or reactive hypoglycemia, use total carbs for insulin dosing calculations and treat net carbs as a rough guide for meal planning.
Ways to eat Cottage Cheese (low-fat)
- Great fit for low-carb, keto or diabetic-friendly meals — build around cottage cheese (low-fat) without worrying about a big glucose spike.
- Use cottage cheese (low-fat) as a satisfying snack between meals when you want to stay in a low-carb window.
- Combine cottage cheese (low-fat) with leafy greens and olive oil for a clean, blood-sugar-friendly plate.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cottage Cheese (low-fat) keto-friendly?
In moderation. At 5g net carbs per 1/2 cup (113g), Cottage Cheese (low-fat) can fit a keto plan but you'll want to watch total-day carbs.
How many carbs in Cottage Cheese (low-fat) per 100 grams?
About 4.4g of carbs, 3.5g sugar and 80 calories per 100g of Cottage Cheese (low-fat).
How does Cottage Cheese (low-fat) affect blood sugar?
Most of the carbs here are simple sugars with little fiber to slow absorption — expect a relatively fast blood-sugar rise. Pair with protein or healthy fat to blunt the spike.
Is Cottage Cheese (low-fat) good for weight loss?
A serving delivers 90 calories with 13g protein and 0g fiber. Foods that are relatively high in protein and fiber per calorie tend to be more filling — with a 14% combined protein-plus-fiber-to-calorie ratio, Cottage Cheese (low-fat) is a solid pick for a satiating, weight-loss-friendly meal.
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Open scannerSources & how these numbers are calculated
Nutrition values are consensus averages compiled from the USDA FoodData Central database for a typical 1/2 cup (113g) serving of Cottage Cheese (low-fat). Actual values vary with brand, variety, ripeness and preparation — always check the label on packaged products. Daily-value percentages reference the U.S. FDA 2,000-calorie adult reference (275g carbs, 50g added sugar, 50g protein, 78g fat, 28g fiber).
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