Chèvre
Chèvre is a soft, fresh cheese made from goat's milk, known for its creamy texture and tangy, earthy flavor. It is a staple in French cuisine, particularly from regions like the Loire Valley, and comes in various forms from spreadable logs to crumbly rounds.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Chèvre is high in protein and fat, with very low carbohydrates, and provides key nutrients like calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin A. A typical 1-ounce (28g) serving contains roughly 70-80 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 1 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Phosphorus | 100 mg |
| Vitamin A | 80 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg |
| Selenium | 4 mcg |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 35 mg |
Per 1/4 cup (56 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, chèvre is celebrated for its versatility in both sweet and savory dishes, from salads to tarts. Nutritionally, its goat's milk base makes it easier to digest for some people compared to cow's milk cheese due to differences in protein and fat structures.
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