Emmental Swiss Cheese
The classic cheese famous for its large round holes and mild, gentle nutty flavour: made from the milk of Swiss Alpine cows and aged until natural fermentation gas forms its holes. It has zero carbohydrate, so a glycemic index does not apply, and it is one of the mildest hard cheeses and among the lowest in sodium.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
A thin slice in a whole-wheat sandwich with lettuce and tomato gives bite, great flavour and fullness that lasts all morning.
Best preparation methods
Eat it in cubes with olives as a snack, or use it in toasted sandwiches because it melts quickly into a pleasantly stretchy texture.
Important Nutritional Note
Emmental is lower in sodium and salt than most other aged hard cheeses, which makes it an excellent choice for anyone watching their blood pressure and looking for calcium.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (30 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 380 kcal | 114 kcal |
| Protein | 27 g | 8.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0.1 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0.1 g |
| Fat | 30 g | 9 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It provides 7.1 g of protein per 100 kcal, ranking 12 of 25 in Dairy & cheese (highest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Emmental Swiss Cheese good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 30 g portion gives 114 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Emmental Swiss Cheese affect blood sugar?
Emmental Swiss Cheese contains only 0.5 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 Emmental Swiss Cheese?
A typical 30 g portion of Emmental Swiss Cheese provides about 114 kcal, 8.1 g protein, 0.1 g carbohydrate, 9 g fat and 0 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.