Best cottage cheese for GLP-1 users
Updated October 2026 · Ranked from nutrition labels
Cottage cheese is one of the most protein-dense foods in the dairy case, and it comes in small cups. With appetite often smaller on GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, and nutrition guidance putting protein first, it's a staple for a reason.
These are the highest-scoring cottage cheeses in the GLPantry catalog, ranked from their nutrition labels.
What to look for
- Protein first. Every pick below has at least 12 grams per serving. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
- Lowfat versions if rich foods bother you. Low-fat foods are part of standard guidance for slowed stomach emptying. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIH)
- Plain, or fruit flavors with modest sugar. Check the sugar line on the label. U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- Soft and spoonable, which also fits the guidance on soft foods for slowed stomach emptying. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIH)
Top picks
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Friendship Dairies LlcCottage Cheese18g protein · 151 cal · – sugar · per 5 ONZ (142 g)GLP-1: Great fit - 2
HoodCottage Cheese with Chive17g protein · 150 cal · – sugar · per 1 container (150 g)GLP-1: Great fit - 3
Good Culture LlcOrganic Cottage Cheese, Pineapple17g protein · 158 cal · – sugar · per 1 CONTAINER (150 g)GLP-1: Great fit - 4
Great ValueGreat value, cottage cheese16g protein · 121 cal · – sugar · per 5 ONZ (142 g)GLP-1: Great fit - 5
good CULTUREStrawberry Chia Cottage Cheese16g protein · 150 cal · – sugar · per 1 portion (142 g)GLP-1: Great fit - 6
Organic ValleyLowfat Cottage Cheese15g protein · 100 cal · – sugar · per 1 cup (110 g)GLP-1: Great fit - 7
Friendship DairiesCottage Cheese Small Curd15g protein · 120 cal · – sugar · per 1 serving (113 g)GLP-1: Great fit - 8
Penn MaidCottage Cheese14g protein · 120 cal · – sugar · per 0.5 cup (114 g)GLP-1: Great fit - 9
KempsCottage Cheese14g protein · 110 cal · – sugar · per 1 serving (113 g)GLP-1: Great fit - 10
O OrganicsLowfat Cottage Cheese14g protein · 90 cal · – sugar · per 0.5 cup (113 g)GLP-1: Great fit
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Is cottage cheese a good food on Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound?
Cottage cheese is high in protein for its calories and comes in small portions, which fits the protein-first guidance published for people taking GLP-1 medications. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice; follow your healthcare provider's guidance.
Cottage cheese or Greek yogurt?
Both are among the most protein-dense dairy foods. Compare the labels: protein per serving is similar, and many people keep both on hand for sweet and savory options.
How is cottage cheese ranked?
Each product gets a GLP-1 fit score from its label: protein per calorie, total protein, sugar, fat, and fiber. The full method and its sources are on the GLPantry sources page.