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Paneer, 8 OZ
dairy-eggs/cheese
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Paneer, 8 OZ

GOPI
Available at Whole Foods
90
Calories
6g
Protein
1g
Sugars
5mg
Sodium
6
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find this 8 oz Gopi paneer in the refrigerated dairy or ethnic foods section, grabbed for a simple weeknight curry, grilled kebabs, or a weekend brunch scramble. It gives a wholesome, comforting and slightly nostalgic vibe—familiar to South Asian home cooking and handy as a protein-rich, neutral-flavored block. The short ingredient list (pasteurized whole milk and vinegar) and curdled-pressed texture reflect minimal processing like pasteurization and coagulation, so it’s a processed dairy product but not ultraprocessed.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 OZ
Servings per Container: 8
Calories90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat4.5g23%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium5mg0%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Total Sugars1g
Protein6g
* 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

PASTEURIZED, GRADE, A, WHOLE, MILK, VINEGAR..

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?

Made from pasteurized whole milk and vinegar with simple curdling and pressing steps, paneer is a processed dairy product (NOVA 3) rather than ultraprocessed; it contains no industrial formulations or additives typical of NOVA 4 products.

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Common Questions about Paneer, 8 OZ

Healthiness can be a bit subjective, but this paneer brings a solid 6 grams of protein per ounce, which is great for muscle repair and satiety. It’s not loaded with added sugars or preservatives, so if you’re looking for a wholesome addition to your meals, this could fit the bill. Just keep in mind it’s higher in fat, so balance it with your overall dietary needs!

Perfect For

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$6.99
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