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Belgioioso Fresh Grated Parmesan Cheese
Dairy
📊 NOVA 4🌾 Gluten-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Belgioioso Fresh Grated Parmesan Cheese

BelGioioso
5 oz
Available at Foodtown
20
Calories
2g
Protein
45mg
Sodium
12
Ingredients

What You Should Know

BelGioioso Fresh Grated Parmesan Cheese is a small, familiar wedge of convenience on the refrigerated dairy shelf, usually standing beside whole wedges of Parmigiano-Reggiano, shredded mozzarella, and other specialty cheeses. Packaged in a clear plastic cup with a sealed lid, it’s the type of item shoppers grab during weeknight runs for pasta, salads, or a last-minute topping for baked vegetables. The brand leans into Italian-American authenticity — BelGioioso positions itself as artisanal yet accessible, appealing to cooks who want traditional cheese flavor without the time to grate a block. Labels often highlight 'fresh' and 'Parmesan' with classic typefaces and imagery that suggest heritage; there are no organic seals or child-focused graphics, and the packaging favors a straightforward, slightly premium grocery look rather than health-halo claims. In plain terms this is a processed, ready-to-use form of cheese: milk is cultured and aged, then grated and blended with anti-caking and preservative agents to keep it flowing and shelf-stable. Sensory notes: fine, slightly powdery shreds that soften into a creamy, savory melt when warmed; the aroma is nutty and tangy with salty notes. Using it is ritualistically simple — shake or spoon over hot pasta, stir into soups, or sprinkle on pizza right out of the fridge. Its convenience makes it a go-to for hurried home cooks, weeknight dinners, or as a pantry companion for anyone who wants the taste of aged Parmesan without the fuss of grating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 tbsp
Servings per Container: 28
Calories20
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium45mg2%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein2g
* 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, Milk,, Salt,, Enzymes,, Cellulose, to, Prevent, Caking,, Natamycin, to, Protect, Flavor..

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:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Pre-grated cheese with added anti-caking cellulose and the preservative natamycin involves industrial processing and additives, fitting the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

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Common Questions about Belgioioso Fresh Grated Parmesan Cheese

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! Each tablespoon packs 20 calories and 2 grams of protein, which can be a nice addition to a balanced diet. Just keep in mind that it does contain salt and some preservatives, so moderation is key—especially if you're watching your sodium intake.

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