Ingredient swap
Ricotta vs Skim Milk
Ricotta has 11.3 g protein and 174 calories per 100 g; skim milk has 3.4 g and 34. They behave similarly in recipes.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of ricotta (246 g) ≈ 1 cup of skim milk.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Ricotta | Skim Milk |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 174 | 34 better |
| Protein | 11.3 gbetter | 3.4 g |
| Carbs | 3 gbetter | 5 g |
| Fat | 13 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0.3 gbetter | 5.1 g |
| Sodium | 84 mg | 42 mgbetter |
| 1 cup weighs | 246 g | 245 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use skim milk instead of ricotta?
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of ricotta (246 g) ≈ 1 cup of skim milk.
Which has more protein?
Ricotta, with 11.3 g per 100 g versus 3.4 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Skim Milk, with 34 calories per 100 g.