Feta Cheese

International · Mediterranean

TLDRLast updated 6 October 2026

Feta Cheese: the low FODMAP reference is 40 g. Weigh the feta itself, separately from a dressed salad or pastry filling.

Serving sizes for feta cheese

Cheese, fetta: 40 g low. Use the stated preparation and unit.

Low

40 gabout 3 tablespoons

FructoseLow

LactoseLow

FructansLow

GOSLow

SorbitolLow

MannitolLow

Reference portions

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Reference portions for Feta Cheese and their FODMAP ratings
Serving	Amount	FODMAP rating
40 g reference portion
Reference portion	Not available	Moderate
Reference portion	Not available	High

Is feta cheese low FODMAP?

The references for cheese, fetta are 40 g low. They are comparison portions, not exact transition cutoffs or personal tolerance limits. No moderate or high reference is supplied; an unavailable value does not mean zero.

Feta Cheese and IBS: what to know

For feta cheese, keep the exact form and amount in mind. Lactose is a milk sugar; dairy fat and protein are different. A lactose-free claim does not establish the FODMAP content of every added ingredient. Monash: dairy and lactose. This public source supplies background, not verification of the numerical table.

Gut-friendly ways to eat feta cheese

Weigh the feta itself, separately from a dressed salad or pastry filling. Compare Cheese (Goat/Chèvre, Soft, Plain), Cheese (Cheddar). These guides describe their own preparations and portions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the FODMAP portion for feta cheese?

Feta Cheese: 40 g low. These values apply to cheese, fetta.

How should I measure or check feta cheese?

Weigh the feta itself, separately from a dressed salad or pastry filling.

Which other guides are useful when comparing feta cheese?

Compare Cheese (Goat/Chèvre, Soft, Plain), Cheese (Cheddar). These guides describe their own preparations and portions.

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Sources and editorial notes

Monash: dairy and lactose
Explains lactose versus dairy and lactose-free labelling; does not establish these food-specific portion weights.

Published and maintained by Gut Friendly. This guide has not been independently reviewed by a dietitian. Serving information comes from our food catalogue. Where references are listed, they explain the research and preparation differences. Check the original source for current portions.

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