Feta

Feta is a Greek cheese traditionally made with sheep’s or goat’s milk. Many of the commercial variations available in the U.S. are made with cow’s milk, which produces a firmer cheese. The white cheese is cured and stored in a liquid known as whey brine. Feta has a soft, crumbly texture and a salty, tangy flavor. It is lower in calories than many other types of cheese and can be a healthy addition to any diet, when used in moderation.

Feta cheese is lower in fat and calories than many other types of cheese. Melt feta cheese over tacos instead of cheddar cheese, which contains 113 calories per oz. with 9 g of fat, 6 g of which are saturated. Include feta on a cheese plate in lieu of brie cheese, which contains 94 calories per oz. with 8 g of fat, 5 g of which are saturated.

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