Velveeta Shells & Cheese, Original nutrition facts
Per 1 package · 68 g
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein7g13% of calories
- Carbs30g55% of calories
- Fat8g33% of calories
At a glance
One serving of Velveeta Shells & Cheese, Original (1 package, 68 g) has 220 calories, with 7 g of protein, 30 g of carbohydrates and 8 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (55% of calories). Keep an eye on sodium, which provides 26% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
Nothing notable
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Iron15%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium26%
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 package (68 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 μg | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 90 mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1 mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 160 mg | 3% |
How it compares
Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.
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- Rice A Roni creamy Four Cheese375
- Annie's Macaroni & Cheese, Shells & White Cheddar366
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- Velveeta Shells & Cheese, Original324
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Burning 220 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 42minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 26minCycling (moderate)
- 18minRunning (6 mph)
- 31minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Velveeta Shells & Cheese, Original?
One serving of Velveeta Shells & Cheese, Original (1 package) has 220 calories, which works out to 324 calories per 100 g. That is about 11% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Velveeta Shells & Cheese, Original high in protein?
Not especially. It has 7 g of protein per serving, and protein supplies 13% of its calories. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Velveeta Shells & Cheese, Original keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 29 g of net carbs and 55% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Velveeta Shells & Cheese, Original?
590 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Velveeta Shells & Cheese, Original?
3 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
