Ricotta Salata
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What it is
Ricotta salata is a firm, pressed, and salted Italian cheese made from sheep's milk. It is typically aged for at least three months, giving it a crumbly texture and a mild, salty flavor. The name 'salata' means 'salted' in Italian.
Why it's used
Ricotta salata is often used as a topping or ingredient in savory dishes, adding a salty and slightly sharp flavor. It is commonly grated or crumbled over pasta, salads, and pizzas. Manufacturers use it to enhance the flavor profile of various prepared foods.
Health notes
Ricotta salata is a dairy product and a source of protein and calcium. The FDA considers cheese to be generally recognized as safe (GRAS). International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many cheese products, but specific evaluations for ricotta salata are not widely published. As with all dairy, moderation is advised due to its saturated fat and sodium content.
Allergen info
Ricotta salata is derived from milk, which is one of the FDA's nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Products containing Ricotta Salata
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LIDL
White Vegetable Crispy Thin Crust Pizza With Mozzarella, Spinach, Ricotta, Romano Asiago, And Parmesan In A Creamy Garlic Sauce, White Vegetable
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
331kcal
9.2Protein
23.1Fat
19.2Carbs
Trans Digital Corporation
Imported Wood-Fired Italian Crust
High in sodium — 44% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
319kcal
11.7Protein
16.6Fat
30.7Carbs
Zaika Flavours Of India Inc.
Whole Foods Market, Chicken Florentine Salad
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
159kcal
6.6Protein
9.7Fat
13.2Carbs
Fairway Operating Corp.
Premium Broken Lasagna
High in sodium — 39% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 57% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving
122kcal
6.9Protein
7.7Fat
7.8Carbs
Palermo Villa Inc.
Bianco Garlic Oil, Mozzarella, Provolone, Asiago, Roasted Garlic, Ricotta Salata, Basil Pizza, Bianco
High in sodium — 44% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
319kcal
11.7Protein
16.6Fat
30.7Carbs
Meijer, Inc.
Bianco Italian Style Crust Baked In A Wood-Fired Oven, Topped With Provolone, Mozzarella, Ricotta Salata & Asiago Cheeses, Roasted Garlic & Basil Wood Fired Pizza, Bianco
High in sodium — 36% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
303kcal
11.8Protein
15.1Fat
28.9Carbs