Dairy & Cheese · per 100g
A granular, straw-colored hard cheese with a sharp, umami-rich profile, Parmesan is a concentrated source of protein and essential minerals that undergoes a long maturation process to develop its complex crystalline texture.
Fat, Phosphorus
Zinc, Vitamin A
Phosphorus, Calcium
Calcium, Protein
Nutritional summary
Interesting fact
Authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano is often referred to as the 'King of Cheeses' and was famously mentioned in Boccaccio's 14th-century Decameron as being piled on a mountain of macaroni.
Standout nutrients
Calcium
Protein from Amino Acids
Phosphorus
Protein
Seasonality
Not available
Diet
Sustainability
As a concentrated dairy product requiring significant milk volumes and long aging, it has a higher carbon footprint than soft cheeses.
Storage
Refrigerate
1–3 months
Wrap in parchment paper then loosely in foil to allow the cheese to breathe.
Airtight Container
2–4 weeks
Best for pre-grated varieties to prevent drying out.
Flavour
Harmonized from 4 validated sources
Claim citations
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