Asda Mature British Cheddar

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Common questions

Is Asda Mature British Cheddar healthy?

Asda Mature British Cheddar scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. Mature British Cheddar is primarily composed of mature cheddar cheese, which is a good source of high-quality protein and calcium.

How processed is Asda Mature British Cheddar?

Asda Mature British Cheddar is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Asda Mature British Cheddar's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Mature cheddar cheese 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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Asda Mature British Cheddar

Asda
75 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by TDR Capital
Category Cheese
Summary

Mature British Cheddar is primarily composed of mature cheddar cheese, which is a good source of high-quality protein and calcium. The cheese undergoes a natural aging process that enhances its flavor and nutritional profile, with minimal processing involved. However, as a processed food, its score is capped due to its processing level, despite the clean ingredient list.

Key ingredients 1

Mature cheddar cheese
Good

Mature cheddar cheese is a good source of high-quality protein and calcium. It is made from milk and undergoes a natural aging process that enhances its flavor and nutritional profile. The cheese is minimally processed, retaining essential nutrients and beneficial compounds.

Risks

Contains lactose, which may cause digestive issues for those with lactose intolerance.

Benefits

Rich in protein and calcium, supporting bone health and muscle maintenance. The aging process enhances flavor and may increase beneficial compounds like conjugated linoleic acid.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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