Can you spot the ultraprocessed foods?

Take a virtual shopping trip to learn more about what's on grocery store shelves.

Genuine Locatelli Brand Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
Dairy
📊 NOVA 3🌾 Gluten-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Genuine Locatelli Brand Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese

Locatelli
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
20
Calories
1g
Protein
90mg
Sodium
9
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Genuine Locatelli Brand Grated Pecorino Romano is presented as an imported, traditionally aged Italian cheese that lands in the refrigerated specialty cheese case alongside other hard Italian cheeses (Parmigiano-Reggiano, aged Asiago) and near grated Parmesan tubs, pasta, and jarred sauces. Shoppers reach for this 16 oz option when they want an Italian finishing cheese that’s convenient for weeknight pasta, pizza nights, or a tossed salad. The brand leans on heritage — “95 years of tradition,” “imported from Italy,” and “naturally aged 9 months” — positioning the product toward home cooks who value authenticity and culinary ritual but also want easy use. Labels emphasize natural cues rather than health trends: “100% Pasteurized Sheep’s Milk,” “Freshly grated,” and “Contains natural sea salt” create an artisanal, ‘real food’ halo, while no organic or non‑GMO certification is claimed and there’s no child‑oriented branding. In plain processing terms this is a traditionally made cheese that has been pasteurized, aged and grated for convenience. Sensory notes: a firm, granular crumbly texture that yields a dry, salty, tangy and nutty bite; aromatics are savory and sheep‑milk rich. Packaging is typically a resealable tub or shaker-style container for quick sprinkling, supporting the ritual of finishing bowls of pasta, grating over soups, or topping salads and roasted vegetables. It reads as a practical, slightly indulgent pantry staple for cooks who want an authentic Italian touch without the time or tools for block grating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 5.0 g
Servings per Container: 90
Calories20
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium90mg4%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein1g
* 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

Made, from, 100%, Pasteurized, Sheep's, Milk,, Cultures,, Rennet,, Salt..

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 is a processed cheese product made from pasteurized sheep's milk, cultures, rennet and salt and then grated for convenience; ingredients are traditional with no industrial additives listed, so it fits NOVA group 3 (processed foods).

Daily Ritual

Can you Spot Ultraprocessed Foods? Play our Supermarket Game

Take a virtual shopping trip to learn more about what's on grocery store shelves.

Shopping in the supermarket oil aisle

Others also viewed

Common Questions about Genuine Locatelli Brand Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese

When it comes to cheese, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your dietary needs. This Pecorino Romano is made from 100% sheep's milk and has a modest calorie count, which might make it a good choice for adding flavor without overdoing it. Just keep in mind that it's not high in protein or fiber, so it’s best used as a flavorful accent rather than a main event.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

indulgentpracticalwholesome
$NaN
per package