queso feta

Common net weights range from 4 ounces up to 12 ounces, with typical package sizes at 4 oz, 5 oz, 6 oz, 8 oz, and 12 oz.

Labels typically list pasteurized cow’s milk; some specify part-skim pasteurized milk while others note pasteurized whole cow’s milk.

Some options are labeled “gluten-free” or “certified gluten-free,” and some note the milk comes from cows not treated with the hormone rBST (rBST-free).

Nutrition notes include a reduced-fat option with 50 calories per 1/4-cup serving, a whipped spread with 70 calories and 3 grams of protein per serving, and some items highlight being a good source of protein and calcium.

Many options are sold in easy-to-open tubs or containers described as airtight and resealable to help lock in flavor and freshness after opening.

Feta is commonly described with terms like tangy, creamy, and salty, often noting a creamy yet crumbly texture.

Chunk feta is described as sliceable or crumblable, while crumbled feta is noted as easy to sprinkle over salads, pizza, or into recipes.

A reduced-fat crumbled option is described as 1/3 less fat with 50 calories per 1/4-cup serving; a whipped feta spread lists 70 calories and 3 grams of protein per serving.