Parmesan Cheese Calories and Nutrition Facts
Parmesan Cheese has 421 calories per 100 g, with 29.6 g protein, 12.4 g carbs and 28 g fat. Official USDA analytical record: Cheese, parmesan, grated (FDC ID: 325036).
One standard serving of parmesan cheese (1 tablespoon (8 g)) contains 32 calories, 2.2g protein, 0.9g total carbs (0.9g net carbs), and 2.1g fat. Per 100 grams, it supplies 421 calories.
Energy density
4.21 kcal/g
high
Protein / 100 kcal
7 g
satiety per calorie
Net carbs / 100 g
12.4 g
carbs minus fibre
100 kcal portion
24 g
≈ 0.8 oz
- Sugars
- 0g
- Fibre
- 0g
- Saturated fat
- 1.2g
- Sodium
- 133mg
Parmesan Cheese Portion & Serving Size Comparison
Compare calories, carbs, net carbs, and macros across common household measurements.
| Portion Size | Weight | Calories | Total Carbs | Net Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (8 g) | 7.6 g | 32 kcal | 0.9 g | 0.9 g | 2.2 g | 2.1 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 421 kcal | 12.4 g | 12.4 g | 29.6 g | 28 g |
Cheese, parmesan, grated nutrition facts
The table below shows the complete nutritional profile for cheese, parmesan, grated per 100 g (the laboratory analytical standard) and per 1 tablespoon (8 g), alongside the share of the FDA Daily Value each nutrient covers. Most of its calories come from fat, and it is high in protein (29.6 g per 100 g).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 tablespoon (8 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 421 kcal | 32 kcal | — |
| Protein | 29.6 g | 2.2 g | 59% |
| Carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 0.9 g | 5% |
| Fat | 28 g | 2.1 g | 36% |
| Sugars | 0.1 g | 0 g | — |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 15.5 g | 1.2 g | 78% |
| Sodium | 1750 mg | 133 mg | 76% |
*Percent Daily Value per 100 g, against the FDA reference intakes for adults and children 4+ years (50 g protein, 275 g carbohydrate, 28 g fibre, 78 g fat, 20 g saturated fat, 2300 mg sodium). Total sugars has no Daily Value — the 50 g reference applies to added sugars only, and USDA reports total sugars here.
Parmesan Cheese calories by weight: ounces, pounds and grams
USDA publishes this food per 100 g, so here is the same profile converted to the weights a kitchen scale and a US recipe actually use. At 4.21 kcal per gram (high energy density), energy dense: small portions carry a lot of calories, so measuring rather than eyeballing makes a real difference.
| Amount | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28 g) | 119 kcal | 8.4 g | 3.5 g | 7.9 g |
| 100 g (3.5 oz) | 421 kcal | 29.6 g | 12.4 g | 28 g |
| 4 oz (113 g) | 477 kcal | 33.6 g | 14.1 g | 31.8 g |
| 8 oz / ½ lb (227 g) | 955 kcal | 67.1 g | 28.1 g | 63.5 g |
| 1 lb (454 g) | 1910 kcal | 134.3 g | 56.2 g | 127 g |
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central Foundation Foods dataset (public domain, CC0). Laboratory food profile and analytical measurements verified under USDA FDC ID 325036.
View raw USDA laboratory entry →How parmesan cheese compares to other dairy & eggs
Against the 40 dairy & eggs in this database, parmesan cheese ranks 38th lowest in calories and 5th highest in protein. The category averages 243 kcal per 100 g, so this one is 73% above it. The lightest option in the category is milk, nonfat, fluid, with added vitamin a and vitamin d (fat free or skim) at 34 kcal per 100 g, and the protein leader is egg, white, dried at 79.9 g per 100 g.
| Dairy & Eggs (by calories) | Calories | Protein | kcal/g |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🧀 Cheese, parmesan, grated, refrigerated | 403 kcal | 30.1 g | 4.03 |
| 🧀 Cheese, cheddar | 408 kcal | 23.3 g | 4.08 |
| 🧀 Cheese, parmesan, grated (this page) | 421 kcal | 29.6 g | 4.21 |
| 🥚 Egg, whole, dried | 575 kcal | 48.1 g | 5.75 |
| 🥚 Egg, yolk, dried | 654 kcal | 34.2 g | 6.54 |
Portion planning with parmesan cheese
- 100 calories comes to about 24 g (0.8 oz).
- 20 g of protein takes about 68 g, bringing 286 kcal with it — that is 7 g of protein per 100 calories.
- Macro split by calories: 12% carbs, 28% protein, 60% fat.
Nutrient screening detail
The badges near the top of this page come from screening the per-100 g values against the FDA nutrient-content thresholds in 21 CFR 101.54–101.62. The regulations define those claims per reference serving rather than per 100 g, so treat these as a like-for-like comparison between foods, not as a statement about a product label:
- High protein — 29.6 g per 100 g (≥ 20% DV)
- Sugar free — 0.1 g total sugars per 100 g (< 0.5 g)
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Parmesan Cheese FAQ & Nutrition Questions
How many calories and carbs are in 1 tablespoon (8 g) of parmesan cheese?
One serving of 1 tablespoon (8 g) provides 32 calories, 0.9 g total carbs, 2.2 g protein, and 2.1 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of parmesan cheese?
Parmesan Cheese contains 421 calories per 100 g, with 29.6 g protein, 12.4 g carbohydrate, and 28 g fat. Use the interactive calculator above to scale to any custom amount.
What is the USDA FoodData Central (FDC) ID for parmesan cheese?
The official USDA FoodData Central ID for "Cheese, parmesan, grated" is FDC ID: 325036. You can view the verified laboratory analytical record on the USDA FoodData Central Database.
What is the macronutrient breakdown of parmesan cheese?
By calories, parmesan cheese is approximately 12% carbohydrates, 28% protein, and 60% fat.
How many calories are in an ounce of parmesan cheese?
One ounce (28 g) of parmesan cheese has 119 calories, with 8.4 g protein, 3.5 g carbs and 7.9 g fat. Four ounces (113 g) comes to 477 calories, and a full pound (454 g) to 1910 calories.
How much parmesan cheese is 100 calories?
About 24 g of parmesan cheese supplies 100 calories, because it carries 4.21 kcal per gram (high energy density). Energy dense: small portions carry a lot of calories, so measuring rather than eyeballing makes a real difference.
How much parmesan cheese do I need for 20 g of protein?
Roughly 68 g of parmesan cheese, which also brings 286 calories with it. That works out to 7 g of protein per 100 calories.
Is parmesan cheese high or low in calories for a dairy & egg?
Parmesan Cheese sits 73% above the dairy & eggs average of 243 kcal per 100 g, ranking 38th lowest of 40 in this category.
Is this nutrition data free to use?
Yes. The data is sourced directly from USDA FoodData Central (CC0 public domain). Viewing and scaling portions here is 100% free with no sign-up — and you can log this food free in our online food diary.