American cheese (pasteurized process, low fat) nutrition facts
Per 1 slice (3/4 oz) · 21 g
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein5.2g56% of calories
- Carbs0.7g8% of calories
- Fat1.5g36% of calories
- ✓ Keto-friendly
- ✓ Low calorie
- ✓ Low fat
- ✓ Low saturated fat
- ✓ Sugar free
At a glance
One serving of American cheese (pasteurized process, low fat) (1 slice (3/4 oz), 21 g) has 38 calories, with 5.2 g of protein, 0.7 g of carbohydrates and 1.5 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from protein (56% of calories). It is high in phosphorus (25% DV).
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Phosphorus25%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Calcium14%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
Nothing notable
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 slice (3/4 oz) (21 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 12 μg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1 μg | 1% |
| Thiamine | 0 mg | 1% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg | 6% |
| Niacin | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | 1% |
| Folate (B9) | 2 μg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.2 μg | 7% |
| Choline | 8 mg | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 144 mg | 14% |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 38 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 5 mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 174 mg | 25% |
| Zinc | 1 mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0 mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 3 μg | 6% |
Full breakdown · 14 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha carotene | 0 μg | — |
| Beta carotene | 4 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0 μg | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 0.4 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 0 g | — |
| Retinol | 12 μg | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 0 g | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 0 μg | — |
How it compares
Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.
- American cheese (pasteurized process, without added vitamin D)374
- Kraft Cheese Slices, American368
- American cheese (pasteurized process, fortified with vitamin D)365
- Kraft Singles American Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product286
- Kraft Cheese Product, American, Slices263
- Velveeta Slices, Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product, Original Flavor184
- American cheese (pasteurized process, low fat)180
Similar foods
104 calAmerican cheese (pasteurized process, fortified with vitamin D)1 oz+66 cal
106 calAmerican cheese (pasteurized process, without added vitamin D)1 oz+68 cal
50 calKraft Cheese Product, American, Slices1 slice+12 cal
35 calVelveeta Slices, Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product, Original Flavor1 slice−3 cal
60 calKraft Singles American Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product1 slice+22 cal
70 calKraft Cheese Slices, American1 slice+32 cal
Burning 38 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 7minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 5minCycling (moderate)
- 3minRunning (6 mph)
- 5minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in American cheese (pasteurized process, low fat)?
One serving of American cheese (pasteurized process, low fat) (1 slice (3/4 oz)) has 38 calories, which works out to 180 calories per 100 g. That is about 1.9% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is American cheese (pasteurized process, low fat) high in protein?
Not especially. It has 5.2 g of protein per serving, and protein supplies 56% of its calories. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is American cheese (pasteurized process, low fat) keto-friendly?
It can fit a ketogenic diet: 1 g of net carbs per serving, with carbs making up 8% of calories.
How much sodium is in American cheese (pasteurized process, low fat)?
376 mg per serving.
How much sugar is in American cheese (pasteurized process, low fat)?
0.1 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
