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The Laughing Cow Garlic & Herb Light Spreadable Cheese Wedges
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The Laughing Cow Garlic & Herb Light Spreadable Cheese Wedges

The Laughing Cow
5.40 oz
Available at Foodtown
25
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
160mg
Sodium
39
Ingredients

What You Should Know

The Laughing Cow Garlic & Herb Light Spreadable Cheese Wedges arrive in a small 5.4 oz box of individually wrapped wedges designed for grab-and-go convenience. You'd find them in the refrigerated cheese aisle near other spreadable cheeses, cream cheeses, and snack-size cheese portions—often shelved beside lunch meats, hummus, and packaged dips. This product fits casual occasions like packed lunches, afternoon snacks, picnic spreads, and quick appetizer setups for game nights or brunch. The brand positions itself as friendly, family-oriented, and nostalgic, marketed to parents and busy adults who want portion control and a familiar, playful identity rather than culinary novelty. Packaging and labels emphasize positive health claims: low calories per wedge, 'light' formulation, 'made with real cheese,' and nutrient claims like a good source of calcium and vitamins A and D; there is no organic certification and the product does not use overtly natural-only language beyond 'natural flavor.' In plain terms the product is an industrially manufactured cheese spread that uses added milk proteins and phosphate emulsifiers to achieve its texture. Sensory notes: each wedge unwraps with a foil-paper ritual, revealing a smooth, creamy, slightly tangy paste flecked with dried parsley and onion; garlic is present but balanced and mild. The texture is soft and spreadable at refrigerated temperature, intended to be smeared on crackers, fresh veggies, or bread. Rituals include unwrapping a wedge for a quick snack, spreading with a knife, or popping into lunchboxes for single-portion control. Overall it offers convenience, familiar flavor, and a tidy, child-friendly presentation within mainstream American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 8
Calories25
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium160mg7%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Total Sugars1g
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

Cheddar, and, Semisoft, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Cultured, Milk, and, Part-Skim, Milk,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Whey,, Milk, Protein, Concentrate,, Water,, Skim, Milk,, Sodium, Polyphosphate,, Less, than, 2%, of, Each:, Natural, Flavor,, Tricalcium, Phosphate,, Citric, Acid,, Garlic, Extract,, Dehydrated, Onion,, Dehydrated, Parsley,, Salt..

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?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives such as sodium polyphosphate and milk protein concentrate and is formulated as a ready-to-eat spread, consistent with ultra-processed (NOVA 4) products.

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Common Questions about The Laughing Cow Garlic & Herb Light Spreadable Cheese Wedges

It really depends on your definition of 'healthy'! Each wedge has just 25 calories and 1.5 grams of fat, making it a lighter option for spreading on crackers or veggies. But remember, 'healthy' can vary based on your dietary goals; if you're counting calories or looking for a low-fat cheese option, this might fit the bill!

Perfect For

back-to-school
game-day-prep
weekend-brunch

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