Monterey Jack cheese has a mild, nutty flavor, and you can use it in place of almost any smooth, light-flavored cheese. The creamy, soft texture contributes to a reasonably smooth texture when you melt it, complementing many baked dishes. Use Monterey Jack in Mexican dishes or in variations on grilled cheese sandwiches or burgers.
Serving Size, Calories and Fat
The typical serving size of Monterey Jack cheese is 1 oz, or 1/4 c of shredded cheese. Each serving contains 110 calories and 9 g of total fat, which accounts for 80 of the total calories. Two-thirds of the overall fat grams are from saturated fat, making Monterey Jack cheese an indulgent selection that is high in fat.
Cholesterol and Sodium
Each serving of Monterey Jack cheese contains 160 to 170 mg of sodium. The sodium content per serving equals 7 percent of your daily recommended intake. An ounce of Monterey Jack contains 25 mg of cholesterol, which equals 8 percent of your daily recommendation for cholesterol.
Carbohydrates and Protein
Monterey Jack cheese is carbohydrate-free and contains 7 g of protein per serving. Pair a serving of cheese with whole-grain crackers for a sugar-stabilizing complex carbohydrate snack. The protein content of Monterey Jack slows the body's absorption of carbohydrates, which helps to distribute the blood sugar impact over time.
Varieties
In addition to original Monterey Jack cheese, there are many other varieties of Monterey Jack that might have different nutritional content. For example, low-fat cheese has less fat and fewer calories per serving. Pepper Jack cheese is a Monterey Jack cheese with diced Jalapeno peppers. Traditional Monterey Jack cheeses are aged for a month or more; the longer aging periods produce a harder-bodied cheese.
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