Are you busy getting ready for Christmas? The appetizers are ready, the first course remains classic, and a delicious stuffed capon is planned for the main course. But what about the cheese platter?
An essential symbol of French culture and gastronomy, cheese deserves its place on your Christmas table!
Did you know that the French consume nearly 26 kg per person per year?
Traditionally enjoyed at the end of a festive meal, here’s our list of cheeses recommended for Christmas! If you’re looking to shed a few pounds while enjoying a touch of indulgence this Christmas, you’ve come to the right place!
Fresh goat’s cheese
This cheese is recommended for slimming diets. It has a very high water content, which implies alow calorie content , and fresh goat’s cheese has a fat content of around 20-25%, with 210 calories per 100g.
Ricotta cheese
Ricotta is a soft cheese made from the whey produced during the manufacture of other cheeses. Ricotta is an excellent choice for your cheese platter!
Its creamy texture and mild taste make it a delicious end-of-meal cheese, especially when combined with fresh fruit, honey or other sweet ingredients!
Ricotta also has 160 calories per 100 g.
Camembert
Surprising but true:Camembert isone of the lowest-calorie cheeses! An emblem of French gastronomy, it contains just 280 calories per 100 g! In fact, it’s France’s favorite cheese!
Camembert is an excellent choice for a Christmas cheese platter, thanks to its savory taste and creamy texture. No doubt, its pronounced aroma and mild flavor will make it a popular choice with many guests!
Saint-Marcellin
This French soft cheese with a bloomy rind has a creamy flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, and contains only 200 calories on average per 100 g! This cheese is an excellent way to round off a meal (especially after a hearty one)!
Gouda with cumin
At 350 calories per 100g, Gouda with cumin is a must-have for the festive season! The warm notes of cumin in Gouda add a spicy touch. This cheese lends itself well to festive occasions and offers health benefits thanks to the properties of cumin!
The traditional cheese platter promotes conviviality and creates a relaxed atmosphere during festivities! Sharing a piece of cheese encourages conversation and strengthens family ties.
However, don’t forget that cheese should not be consumed in excess (even during the festive season)! Nutritionists recommend eating 30 to 40 g of cheese per person per day, as part of a balanced diet!