Daiya Cheddar Cheese Slices
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Added Sugar
- Protein
- Saturated Fat
Verdict
Daiya Cheddar Cheese Slices are a plant-based alternative to sliced cheese designed for melting and layering. Its main strength is the inclusion of a cultured oat and pea protein base, while its main tradeoff is a high proportion of saturated fat. Overall, it serves as a convenience-driven flavor addition for savory dishes.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Try it melted into a vegan grilled cheese sandwich or layered on a plant-based burger.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by a high concentration of saturated fat relative to the total calories. It provides minimal protein and fiber, making it a calorie-dense addition with little nutritional density.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 70 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 5g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 190mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs | 5g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars | 0g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | — |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from an oat cream blend and coconut oil, which provides the creamy texture and fat content. Modified starches, gums, and natural flavors are used to achieve the specific slice form and cheddar-style taste, resulting in a highly formulated composition.
Ingredients
Daiya Oat Cream Blend (Water, Gluten-Free Oat Flour, Pea Protein, Cultures, Enzymes), Coconut Oil, Modified Potato Starch, Corn Starch, Less than 2 Percent of: Konjac Flour, Fruit and Vegetable Juice (for Color), Yeast Extract, Annatto (for Color), Salt, Tricalcium Phosphate, Xanthan Gum, Lactic Acid, Natural Flavors.
