Ingredient

Organic Ricotta Cheese

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Ricotta is used as a filling for pasta dishes like ravioli and lasagna, and …

What it is

Ricotta is a fresh Italian whey cheese. It is made from the whey leftover from the production of other cheeses, like mozzarella or provolone. The whey is heated, and an acid (like vinegar or lemon juice) is added, causing the proteins to coagulate and form curds.

Why it's used

Ricotta is used as a filling for pasta dishes like ravioli and lasagna, and in desserts like cheesecakes and cannoli. Its mild, slightly sweet flavor and creamy texture make it a versatile ingredient in both sweet and savory applications.

Health notes

Ricotta cheese is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of protein and calcium. JECFA has evaluated ricotta cheese and noted its nutritional value. No significant health controversies are associated with typical consumption of ricotta cheese.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Organic Ricotta Cheese

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GIOVANNI RANA Organic Spinach & Cheese Ravioli Pasta by Shape & Type High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 243kcal 10.3Protein 9.3Fat 30.8Carbs Nuovo Pasta Productions Ltd Nuovo Pasta, Organic Ravioli, Butternut Squash, Butternut Squash Pasta by Shape & Type 190kcal 8Protein 2.5Fat 24Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Authentic Italian Flatbread Mediterranean Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 31% DV per serving 242kcal 8.9Protein 8.9Fat 31.2Carbs Valley Fine Foods Company Chicken Mozzarella Ravioli, Chicken Mozzarella Pasta by Shape & Type High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 260kcal 13Protein 12Fat 26Carbs Gabriel Investment Holdings, LLC Rustic Bolognese Meat Sauce Layered With Freshly Made Semolina Pasta & Ricotta Topped With Provolone Cheese, Lasagna Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 24% DV per serving 155kcal 8.4Protein 7.8Fat 13.4Carbs Spring Valley Water Co. Sweet Potato, Quinoa & Kale Ravioli Pasta by Shape & Type 221kcal 8.4Protein 4.2Fat 22.1Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. Spinach Ricotta Lasagna, Spinach Ricotta Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 155kcal 6.7Protein 7.8Fat 14.4Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. 365 Everyday Value, Organic Vegetable Lasagna Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 158kcal 7.0Protein 3.2Fat 27.5Carbs Mahco Inc Organic Ravioli Pasta, Tomato, Mozzarella Pasta by Shape & Type High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 208kcal 8.3Protein 4.2Fat 33.3Carbs Mahco Inc Organic Peanut Squash Ravioli Pasta by Shape & Type 206kcal 7.5Protein 3.7Fat 32.7Carbs Nuovo Pasta Productions Ltd Organic Kale & White Bean Ravioli Pasta by Shape & Type 200kcal 9Protein 4Fat 36Carbs Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Tortellini With Red Pepper Sauce Cheese Tortellini In A Roasted Red Pepper Sauce With Aged Parmesan Cheese, Red Pepper Sauce Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 137kcal 5.5Protein 3.6Fat 20.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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