Ingredient

Shredded Parmesan

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use shredded Parmesan primarily as a flavoring agent and topping. Its savory taste …

What it is

Parmesan is a hard, granular cheese traditionally made from cow's milk. It is aged for at least 10 months, which gives it a complex, nutty, and salty flavor. The cheese is often grated or shredded for use in cooking and as a topping.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use shredded Parmesan primarily as a flavoring agent and topping. Its savory taste enhances dishes like pasta, pizza, salads, and breadsticks. It also adds a slightly salty and umami note to sauces and baked goods.

Health notes

Parmesan cheese is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of protein, calcium, and other nutrients. Regulatory bodies like the WHO/IARC and EFSA have not specifically evaluated Parmesan cheese as a food ingredient in the same way they evaluate additives. Like all dairy products, it contains lactose and saturated fat, which are considerations for some dietary patterns.

Allergen info

Parmesan is derived from cow's milk, which is one of the FDA's nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Shredded Parmesan

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Cole's Quality Foods, Inc. Italian Cheese Sticks Filled With Mozzarella Cheese And Topped With Garlic, Parmesan, Oregano, Red And Black Pepper, Italian Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 277kcal 12.3Protein 10.8Fat 33.9Carbs 5 Cheese Breadsticks Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. 5 Cheese Breadsticks Other Deli 274kcal 12.9Protein 9.7Fat 32.3Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Bacon Cheese Breadsticks Other Deli 292kcal 13.8Protein 10.8Fat 30.8Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Garlic And Parmesan Cheese Tender Homestyle Breadsticks, Garlic And Parmesan Cheese Other Deli 277kcal 10.6Protein 7.5Fat 42.5Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Fire-Roasted Veggie Pizza, Medium Other Deli High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 273kcal 7.2Protein 15.8Fat 25.2Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Mozzarella & Asiago Panko Breaded Cheese Sticks With Mozzarella, Asiago, Parmesan And Black Pepper, Mozzarella & Asiago Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 343kcal 14.3Protein 20Fat 28.6Carbs Russ Davis Wholesale Half Chicken Caesar Salad, Half Chicken Caesar Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 235kcal 11.2Protein 18.2Fat 9.4Carbs Champion Foods, LLC 5 Cheese Bread A Thick, Crispy Crust Topped Edge To Edge With Mozzarella, Parmesan, Asiago, Romano And Cheddar Cheeses And Parmesan Cheese Sauce Detroit-Style Deep Dish Cheese Bread, 5 Cheese Bread Frozen Bread & Dough 283kcal 13.2Protein 11.3Fat 32.1Carbs Champion Foods, LLC Bacon Cheese Bread Detroit-Style Deep Dish Bacon Cheese Bread A Thick, Crispy Crust Topped Edge To Edge With Mozzarella, Parmesan, Asiago, Romano And Cheddar Cheeses, Bacon Crumbles And Parmesan Cheese Sauce Pizza, Bacon Cheese Bread Pizza High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 299kcal 13.9Protein 13.9Fat 29.2Carbs Russ Davis Wholesale Chicken Caesar Spinach Wrap, Chicken Caesar Spinach Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 264kcal 13.2Protein 9.4Fat 32.1Carbs Russ Davis Wholesale Chicken & Romano Caesar Salad, Chicken & Romano Caesar Deli Salads 169kcal 7.8Protein 13.0Fat 7.8Carbs Champion Foods, LLC Four Cheese A Thick, Crispy Crust Topped Edge To Edge With 100% Real Mozzarella, Parmesan, Asiago, And Romano Cheese Detroit-Style Deep Dish Pizza, Four Cheese Pizza High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 265kcal 12.2Protein 11.6Fat 27.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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