Kirkland Signature Shredded Mexican Style Blend Cheese

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Is Kirkland Signature Shredded Mexican Style Blend Cheese healthy?

Kirkland Signature Shredded Mexican Style Blend Cheese scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cheese blend includes beneficial ingredients like Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese, which provide protein and calcium.

How processed is Kirkland Signature Shredded Mexican Style Blend Cheese?

Kirkland Signature Shredded Mexican Style Blend Cheese is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Kirkland Signature Shredded Mexican Style Blend Cheese's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, pasteurized milk, cheese culture, cheddar cheese count in its favor; color is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Kirkland Signature Shredded Mexican Style Blend Cheese

Kirkland Signature
80 Good

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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Kirkland Signature is carried at Costco stores. Find one within 25 miles.

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Costco
Category Cheese
Summary

This cheese blend includes beneficial ingredients like Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese, which provide protein and calcium. However, it is a processed product with an added artificial color, which detracts from its overall healthiness. The presence of minimal additives and the use of pasteurized milk contribute positively, but the processing level limits its score.

Key ingredients 8

pasteurized milk
Good

Pasteurized milk is a nutritious source of calcium and protein, essential for bone health and muscle function.

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cheese culture
Good

Cheese cultures are beneficial bacteria that aid in digestion and enhance the flavor of the cheese.

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cheddar cheese
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Monterey jack cheese
Neutral

Monterey jack cheese is a traditional cheese variety that provides flavor and texture without significant health concerns.

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salt
Neutral

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

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enzymes
Neutral

Enzymes are used in cheese-making to facilitate curdling, a standard process with no significant health impact.

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annatto
Neutral

Annatto is a natural coloring agent derived from seeds, used to impart a yellow-orange hue without affecting taste or nutrition.

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color
Bad

Color additives are used to give the cheese an appealing appearance but do not provide nutritional value and may be viewed negatively.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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