Queso Cheese

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Common questions

Is Queso Cheese healthy?

Queso Cheese scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cheese product contains cultured pasteurized milk, salt, and enzymes, which are generally positive ingredients.

How processed is Queso Cheese?

Queso Cheese is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Queso Cheese's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cultured Pasteurized Milk counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Queso Cheese

Lucerne Dairy Farms
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Albertsons
Category Cheese
Summary

This cheese product contains cultured pasteurized milk, salt, and enzymes, which are generally positive ingredients. However, the presence of natamycin, a synthetic preservative, introduces a moderate concern due to its potential health implications. The product is processed, which limits its score, and the inclusion of starches suggests additional processing beyond traditional cheese-making methods.

Key ingredients 6

Cultured Pasteurized Milk
Good

Provides high-quality protein, calcium, and beneficial dairy cultures that support digestive health.

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Salt
Neutral

Used for flavor enhancement and preservation, contributing to the overall sodium content of the cheese.

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Enzymes
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Potato Starch
Neutral

Plant-based starch used as an anti-caking agent to prevent shredded cheese pieces from sticking together.

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Tapioca Starch
Neutral

Derived from the cassava root, used to improve texture and prevent moisture clumping in shredded cheese.

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Natamycin
Neutral

A naturally occurring antimycotic agent used in very small amounts to prevent mold growth on the cheese surface.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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