Parmesan Cheese
2 tbsp grated (15g)Protein per 100g35.8g
Calories per 100g392
Fat per 100g25.8g
Carbs per 100g3.2g
Fiber per 100g0.0g
Leucine (per serving, est.)3300mg
Typical cost$$$
Quality 0.92
high biological value dairy protein
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Why Parmesan Cheese shows up in protein-forward diets
The highest protein-per-100g of any common cheese, a side effect of aging driving off most of the water content and concentrating everything else, protein included.
Serving-size math
A 2 tbsp grated (15g) portion delivers 5.4g of protein and roughly 59 calories. Scaled per 100 calories, that works out to 9.13g of protein — useful for comparing against other foods on a calorie-matched basis rather than a weight-matched one.
Prep tip
A real 15g serving is smaller than most people's default 'sprinkle' — weigh it once to calibrate your eye.
Best for
- flavor concentration
Allergens
Contains: dairy.
Frequently asked
How much protein is in parmesan cheese?
35.8g per 100g, or 5.4g per 2 tbsp grated (15g).
Is parmesan cheese a complete protein?
Yes — it's rated a complete, high-quality protein source (high biological value dairy protein).