Dairy is the great enemy of any diet designed for weight loss. Or so we thought. Awareness for healthy eating has led to many companies launching products with higher protein content and lower fat and added sugars. Low-fat cheeses are a great example, especially if you want to use them for breakfast, lunch, or snacks.
If it is a headache for you to go to the supermarket and not know which type to choose, we will show you which are the best options at Mercadona, Carrefour, Lidl and Aldi. Even so, there are the same types with different brands in each of them, so you will only have to look for the type of cheese that we teach you and check its fat values.
It is important that you do not become obsessed with consuming light or low-fat foods, since some brands take the opportunity to increase negative values in other nutrients. For example, it may be low in fat, but high in added sugars.
The best low-fat cheeses
Fresh cheese 0% Burgos de Arias
This low-fat version is a great option to add to toast or salads. Although it doesn't really have much flavor on its own, taking it with a few spices gives it a flavorful kick. It has less than 0.5 fat per 100 grams of product, as well as 62 calories and 12 grams of protein. Luckily, it does not have added sugars
We recommend them as one of the healthiest low-fat cheeses on the market. You can find it available in various establishments.
Mercadona fresh beaten cheese
Although we have taken Mercadona's beaten cheese as an example, Carrefour, Alcampo, Lidl and Aldi also sell their own brands. This low-fat cheese has a light texture, similar to that of a yogurt, so you can use it as a salad dressing or as a snack and breakfast.
It has a delicious flavor, and it is not bitter like Greek or plain yogurt. It only provides 0.1 gram of fat for every 100 of product, and 8 grams of protein. It is an excellent option to start the day with energy and satiety.
Mercadona cottage cheese
This type is famous for its grainy texture, which you can use in sweet recipes, add to salads, or eat with a little spice. The surprising thing is that it has more than 70% protein and only 4 grams of fat per 100 of cottage. In addition to being low in calories, it contains many minerals and vitamins.
You can also find it in any supermarket with another type of brand.
San Millán spread cheese
Low-fat cheese spread is not 100% recommended for some of its ingredients that seek to preserve the product in the long term. Carrageenans are additives with an inflammatory component and a risk of increasing cancer. Nor should we sow panic if we consume it on time or to make a somewhat healthier recipe.
It also has less than 0.5 grams of fat for every 100 cheese spread.
Arla Sliced Cheese
Another of the best low-fat cheeses is this one we find at Carrefour. The Arla brand has surprised by the launch of an assortment of high protein products. In this case, the sliced cheese has only 5 grams of fat per 100 grams, 34 grams of protein and 186 calories.
It can be a good option to accompany a good hamburger or to melt over your favorite pasta.
Cottage cheese Pastoret
The Pastoret brand has been on the market for many years, and has also wanted to adapt to the demands of its consumers. From the same brand you will find whipped cheese, fresh cheese or yogurt, but we have opted for this 0% fat curd. It is a type similar to cottage and provides 12.2 grams of protein.
It can be a good post workout snack, or part of your breakfast. Likewise, you can include it as part of any meal, since it can be used in sweet or savory recipes.
Skyrella by Lidl
To finish with the list of low-fat cheeses, we go to the Skyr range, with this fusion with Mozzarella. You will find this brand in Lidl, although other supermarkets also sell Skyr varieties. In this case, you will only find 2.6 grams of fat and up to 22.5 grams of protein. Crazy!
Being a version like the famous Italian cheese, you can add an extra protein to your pizzas or salads. Delicious!
