Danablu (Danish Blue Cheese)
Quick answer
A medium portion of Danablu (Danish Blue Cheese) (30 g) contains 102 kcal, with 0.2 g of net carbohydrates and 6.3 g of protein.
- Carbs0.2 g0.8%
- Protein6.3 g24.2%
- Fat8.7 g75%
- Fibre0 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
If you love strong, sharp flavours, Danablu is the creamy Danish cousin of French Roquefort, made from cow's milk rather than sheep's milk. Many people are put off by its blue-green veins, but they come from the noble ripening mould Penicillium roqueforti, a safe mould added on purpose to make this cheese. It is almost free of carbohydrate (0.7 g per 100 g), so it does not raise blood sugar and the glycemic index does not apply, and its mix of fat and protein keeps you full. The secret is the amount: a small 30 g cube crumbled over a green salad with walnuts transforms the meal without derailing your goals.
💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
A small cube or two tablespoons crumbled (30 g, about 102 kcal).
Best preparation methods
Crumble it over a green salad with walnuts and pear slices, or stir it into Greek yogurt for a light blue-cheese dressing instead of sweetened ready-made dressings.
Important Nutritional Note
It is high in sodium (about 1,200 mg per 100 g), so people with high blood pressure or fluid retention should eat it with care and count it in their daily salt. Aged blue cheeses also contain tyramine, so avoid it if you take MAOI medicines.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (30 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 340 kcal | 102 kcal |
| Protein | 21 g | 6.3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0.2 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0.2 g |
| Fat | 29 g | 8.7 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It provides 6.2 g of protein per 100 kcal, ranking 37 of 46 in Dairy & cheese (highest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Danablu (Danish Blue Cheese) good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 30 g portion gives 102 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Danablu (Danish Blue Cheese) affect blood sugar?
Danablu (Danish Blue Cheese) contains only 0.7 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Danablu (Danish Blue Cheese)?
A typical 30 g portion of Danablu (Danish Blue Cheese) provides about 102 kcal, 6.3 g protein, 0.2 g carbohydrate, 8.7 g fat and 0 g fibre.
Does Danablu blue cheese raise blood sugar in people with diabetes?
Practically not: it has less than 1 g of carbohydrate per 100 g, so the glycemic index does not apply and its glycemic load is close to zero. Using a little of it instead of sweetened dressings on a salad is a better choice for blood sugar.
Is blue cheese suitable for a keto diet and intermittent fasting?
It suits keto well, with less than 1 g of carbohydrate per 100 g and a high share of fat. With intermittent fasting, eat it only within your eating window, where it makes the first meal more filling. It is rich in calories and saturated fat, though, so stick to the portion.
Is the blue mould in Danablu safe in pregnancy?
Pregnant women are advised to avoid soft blue cheeses such as Danablu even when made from pasteurised milk, because their moist texture can let Listeria bacteria grow. You can eat it when it is cooked until steaming hot, for example as a cheese sauce on a hot dish.
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References & Scientific Sources
- The glycemic index does not apply because this food has less than 5 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, and a GI test requires 25 to 50 g of available carbohydrate, per: ISO 26642:2010. Food products — Determination of the glycaemic index (GI) and recommendation for food classification. International Organization for Standardization; 2010. www.iso.org/standard/43633.html
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Reviewed by Dr. Wassim Habib · Last reviewed 21 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.