Ingredient

Crumbled Feta Cheese

Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use crumbled feta cheese primarily for its distinct salty and tangy flavor, adding …

What is Crumbled Feta Cheese?

Crumbled feta cheese is a brined, white cheese traditionally made from sheep's milk, or a mixture of sheep and goat's milk. It is a soft, crumbly cheese with a tangy, salty flavor. The cheese is typically aged in brine, which helps preserve it and develop its characteristic taste.

Is Crumbled Feta Cheese vegan?

No. Crumbled Feta Cheese is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.

Is Crumbled Feta Cheese gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Crumbled Feta Cheese a major allergen?

Feta cheese is derived from milk and is therefore a major allergen.

What is Crumbled Feta Cheese used for?

Manufacturers use crumbled feta cheese primarily for its distinct salty and tangy flavor, adding a Mediterranean flair to dishes.

Is Crumbled Feta Cheese safe?

Feta cheese is a source of calcium and protein.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use crumbled feta cheese primarily for its distinct salty and tangy flavor, adding a Mediterranean flair to dishes. It is commonly found in salads, dips, spreads, and as a topping for pizzas and baked goods. Its crumbly texture also makes it easy to incorporate into various recipes.

Health notes

Feta cheese is a source of calcium and protein. Like other dairy products, it contains saturated fat and sodium. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated cheese products, but specific evaluations for 'crumbled feta cheese' as a distinct ingredient are not typically separate. Consuming moderate amounts of feta cheese is generally considered safe as part of a balanced diet for most people. Those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies should avoid it.

Allergen info

Feta cheese is derived from milk and is therefore a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Crumbled Feta Cheese

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Cranberry Walnut Spring Greens, Flatbread Strips, Dried Cranberries, Candied Walnuts, Feta Cheese And Raspberry Vinaigrette Salad, Cranberry Walnut Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Cranberry Walnut Spring Greens, Flatbread Strips, Dried Cranberries, Candied Walnuts, Feta Cheese And Raspberry Vinaigrette Salad, Cranberry Walnut Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 156kcal 5.5Protein 3.5Fat 21.1Carbs Curation Foods, Inc. Chopped & Crumbled Salad Kit, Mediterranean Crunch, Red Wine Vinaigrette Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 180kcal 4Protein 14Fat 10Carbs Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. Greek Style Salad With White Chicken Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 123kcal 6.4Protein 6.8Fat 10.2Carbs Curation Foods, Inc. Strawberry Vinaigrette & Feta Baby Greens Salad Kit, Strawberry Vinaigrette & Feta Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 180kcal 4Protein 15Fat 10Carbs Hearthside USA, LLC Greek Style Salad With White Meat Chicken, With White Meat Chicken Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 121kcal 6.2Protein 8.8Fat 4.2Carbs Raley's Roasted Beet And Apple Romaine Lettuce, Mandarin Oranges, Roasted Beets, Apples, Spinach, Feta Cheese, Red Onion, Pumpkin Seeds, And Dried Cranberries With Jerk Spice Vinaigrette Salad, Roasted Beet And Apple Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 110kcal 3Protein 6Fat 13Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Mediterranean Style Orzo With Salmon Grilled Salmon Fillet Over A Blend Of Orzo Pasta, Feta Cheese, And Kalamata Olives, Topped With Spinach, Mediterranean Style Deli Salads High in sodium — 42% DV per serving 172kcal 9.6Protein 9.3Fat 12.7Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Mediterranean Capellini With Vegetables, Mediterranean Deli Salads 95kcal 3.8Protein 3.3Fat 14.3Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Shawarma Rice Bowl With Chicken, Chicken Other Deli 147kcal 5.9Protein 5.2Fat 19.1Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation Grand Parisian Green Leaf Lettuce, Frisee, Radicchio, Sweet Carrots, Crumbled Feta Cheese, Honey Roasted Almonds, Dried Cranberries With White Balsamic Vinaigrette Salad Kit, Grand Parisian Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 130kcal 3Protein 10Fat 9Carbs Raley's Lemon Basil Orzo Pasta With Chicken Other Deli High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 146kcal 7.6Protein 6.3Fat 15.7Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Harvest Grain Salad With Chicken Tri-Color Quinoa, Apples, Kale, Roasted White Chicken Meat, Feta Cheese, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Roasted Salted Walnuts With Fuji Apple Vinaigrette, Harvest Grain Salad With Chicken Deli Salads High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 178kcal 6.6Protein 8.3Fat 18.7Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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