Monterey Jack Cheese

TLDRLast updated 3 October 2026

Monterey Jack cheese is low FODMAP at 40 g, approximately two slices. All six listed groups are low. An additional low reference at 500 g is catalogue information, not a suggested portion.

Serving sizes for monterey jack cheese

The small reference is 40 g, described as two slices. The separate 500 g low amount is not a meal recommendation.

Low
2 slicesabout 40 g

Tested serving sizes

Tested serving sizes for Monterey Jack Cheese and their Gut Friendly rating
ServingAmountMain FODMAPRating
2 slices40 gNone detectedLow
Additional low reference; not a suggested serving500 gNone detectedLow

Breakdown for 2 slices

0gFructose
0gLactose
0gFructans
0gGOS
0gSorbitol
0gMannitol
2 slicesabout 40 g

Is monterey jack cheese low FODMAP?

The 40 g amount provides a practical comparison for sliced, cubed or grated Monterey Jack. A larger low reference does not mean that an unrestricted cheese dish has been assessed. This entry is separate from peppered variants, processed cheese sauces and mixed shredded-cheese blends, whose ingredients may differ.

Monterey Jack Cheese and IBS: what to know

If you are planning Monterey Jack around IBS, keep the cheese amount distinct from the food it tops. A quesadilla, sandwich or baked dish contains other components that need their own consideration. Record the cheese type and quantity with those ingredients if you track how meals suit you.

Gut-friendly ways to eat monterey jack cheese

Weigh before grating it over a dish, and include any second handful added during cooking. For a shared recipe, consider the total cheese divided across the servings. Compare Havarti through its own guide if changing cheese; the absence or presence of a larger reference should not be assumed across varieties.

Frequently asked questions

How much Monterey Jack is low FODMAP?

The small listed reference is 40 g. Use the cheese's weight whether it is served as slices, cubes or shreds.

Does this cover pepper Jack?

This entry is Monterey Jack without a flavoured designation. Check the ingredients and matching product information for a seasoned variant.

Is a Monterey Jack quesadilla automatically low?

The tortilla, fillings and sauces also matter. The cheese portion alone does not give the entire quesadilla a rating.

Should I aim for the larger 500 g amount?

No. The larger low reference records FODMAP data and is not advice to eat that quantity of cheese.

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Sources and editorial notes

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.

Gut Friendly provides general information, not medical advice.