Trader joe’s lite mexican cheese blend

Common questions

Is Trader joe’s lite mexican cheese blend healthy?

Trader joe’s lite mexican cheese blend 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 is made from reduced fat cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, which provide protein and calcium with lower fat content.

How processed is Trader joe’s lite mexican cheese blend?

Trader joe’s lite mexican cheese blend is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Trader joe’s lite mexican cheese blend's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pasteurized part-skim milk, Cheese culture count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Trader joe’s lite mexican cheese blend

Trader Joe's
80 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

$11.45 · pack of 2 · $3.95 / ounce
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Trader Joe's
Category Cheese
Summary

This cheese blend is made from reduced fat cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, which provide protein and calcium with lower fat content. The ingredient list is relatively clean, with no harmful additives or seed oils, but the product is processed, which limits its score. Trader Joe's generally avoids artificial additives, contributing positively to the product's rating.

Key ingredients 7

Pasteurized part-skim milk
Good

Contains high-quality milk that offers essential nutrients and is processed to reduce fat content, supporting a balanced diet.

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Cheese culture
Good

Helps develop the cheese's flavor and texture naturally, contributing to the product's quality.

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Reduced fat cheddar cheese
Neutral

This ingredient provides flavor and texture while being lower in fat, making it a moderate choice in cheese products.

Salt
Neutral

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

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Vegetable rennet
Neutral

Used as a natural enzyme to curdle milk, it is a standard ingredient in cheese-making without significant health concerns.

Annatto [color]
Neutral

A natural coloring agent derived from seeds, used to give cheese its characteristic color without affecting flavor.

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Reduced fat monterey jack cheese
Neutral

Provides additional cheese flavor with reduced fat content, balancing taste and health considerations.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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