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Athenos Traditional Feta Chunk
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Athenos Traditional Feta Chunk

Athenos
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
70
Calories
4g
Protein
1g
Sugars
320mg
Sodium
10
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Athenos Traditional Feta Chunk is a familiar refrigerated staple found in the dairy or specialty cheese case of American supermarkets, usually stacked near other Mediterranean items like olives, hummus, marinated feta, and jarred roasted peppers. Packaged in a clear plastic tub or vacuum-sealed block, the 16 oz chunk reads as straightforward and kitchen-friendly — a product shoppers grab for salads, mezze plates, or quick weeknight recipes. On shopping trips it fits grocery lists for weekend brunch spreads, summer picnic supplies, and midweek meal-prep; it’s equally at home crumbled over Greek salads, folded into omelets, sprinkled on roasted vegetables, or cubed for a cheese-and-cracker platter. Athenos positions itself as an approachable, broadly appealing brand that leans into Mediterranean authenticity and ease: marketing that targets home cooks who want a recognizable ethnic flavor without specialty-store effort. Labeling emphasizes simple-sounding ingredients — cultured pasteurized part-skim milk, salt, enzymes — and often highlights “traditional” or “natural mold inhibitor” language, which can create a mild health-halo without organic certification or overt kid-focused branding. Processing context: made from pasteurized cultured milk with added enzymes and a natural mold inhibitor, it is a processed cheese product made using traditional cheesemaking steps. Sensory details: the texture is crumbly and slightly creamy, with a tangy, salty bite and a clean milky finish; the tub keeps the chunk moist and easy to crumble by hand or fork. Rituals around it are convivial — breaking off pieces at the table, crumbling atop dishes, or pairing with wine and crusty bread for casual entertaining.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 oz
Servings per Container: 16
Calories70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat3.5g18%
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium320mg14%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Total Sugars1g
Protein4g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Cultured, Pasteurized, Part-Skim, Milk,, Salt,, Enzymes,, Natamycin, (Natural, Mold, Inhibitor)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Natamycin - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This feta is a processed food (NOVA 3): it’s made by fermenting and curdling pasteurized milk with salt and enzymes and contains a natural mold inhibitor, but lacks the industrial additives and formulations typical of ultra-processed products.

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Common Questions about Athenos Traditional Feta Chunk

Athenos feta is a tasty option that's relatively low in calories—just 70 per ounce—and packs a decent protein punch with 4 grams per serving. While it’s not certified organic, it’s made with simple ingredients and no added sugars, which makes it a reasonable choice for a creamy, flavorful addition to your meals. Just remember that 'healthy' can be subjective; it's great in moderation, especially if you're looking to add some zest to salads or grain bowls!

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