Pescatarian Dairy Guide
16 items classified under standard Pescatarian guidelines.
How do dairy fare on the Pescatarian diet? The answer depends on whether the food is from a land animal. This guide breaks down all 16 items in this category with their classification, nutritional data, and the reasoning behind each status.
Dairy are universally compatible with Pescatarian. Each item listed here is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). The entries below break down the specific nutritional profile so you can choose based on your individual targets — calories, macros, or micronutrients that matter for your goals.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Calories (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Brie | Allowed | 334kcal |
| Buttermilk | Allowed | 40kcal |
| Cheddar | Allowed | 410kcal |
| Cheese | Allowed | 295kcal |
| Cottage Cheese | Allowed | 148kcal |
| Feta | Allowed | 265kcal |
| Goat Cheese | Allowed | 142kcal |
| Ice Cream | Allowed | 237kcal |
| Mac and Cheese | Allowed | 257kcal |
| Milk | Allowed | 52kcal |
| Mozzarella | Allowed | 141kcal |
| Parmesan | Allowed | 370kcal |
| Ricotta | Allowed | 150kcal |
| Swiss Cheese | Allowed | 290kcal |
| Whipped Cream | Allowed | 257kcal |
| Yogurt | Allowed | 81kcal |
Classification Breakdown
16 Allowed — These dairy are a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs).
Pescatarian includes all fish and seafood but excludes meat from land animals.
Allowed Dairy (16)
Brie
AllowedBrie is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 334kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). It also contains 20.8g protein and 27.7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Cheese at 295kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Buttermilk
AllowedAt 40kcal calories per 100g, Buttermilk falls into the Allowed category under Pescatarian guidelines. This means it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Among the 16 items in this category, buttermilk sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Milk at 52kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cheddar
AllowedWith 410kcal calories per 100g, Cheddar earns a Allowed classification on Pescatarian. It is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Beyond the primary classification, cheddar also provides 24.2g protein and 33.8g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Parmesan at 370kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cheese
AllowedCheese is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 295kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). It also contains 7.1g protein and 28.6g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Swiss Cheese at 290kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheddar | 409kcal | 23.3g | 34g | 2.4g | 0g |
| Mozzarella | 299kcal | 22.2g | 22.1g | 2.4g | 0g |
| Swiss | 393kcal | 27g | 31g | 1.4g | — |
Cottage Cheese
AllowedCottage Cheese is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 148kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Nutritionally, it also delivers 11g protein and 9.7g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Goat Cheese and Ricotta for calories, ranking 6 of 16.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Fat (4%) | 103kcal | 11.6g | 4.2g | 4.6g | 0g |
| Low-Fat (1%) | 72kcal | 12.4g | 1g | 2.7g | 0g |
Feta
AllowedAt 265kcal calories per 100g, Feta falls into the Allowed category under Pescatarian guidelines. It is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Beyond the primary classification, feta also provides 14.2g protein and 21.5g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Whipped Cream and Swiss Cheese for calories, ranking 11 of 16.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Goat Cheese
AllowedAt 142kcal calories per 100g, Goat Cheese falls into the Allowed category under Pescatarian guidelines. It is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Beyond the primary classification, goat cheese also provides 26.9g protein and 392mg sodium per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Mozzarella and Cottage Cheese for calories, ranking 5 of 16.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Ice Cream
AllowedAt 237kcal calories per 100g, Ice Cream falls into the Allowed category under Pescatarian guidelines. It is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Beyond the primary classification, ice cream also provides 8.6g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Ricotta and Mac and Cheese for calories, ranking 8 of 16.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Mac and Cheese
AllowedAt 257kcal calories per 100g, Mac and Cheese falls into the Allowed category under Pescatarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.8g protein and 15g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Ice Cream and Whipped Cream for calories, ranking 9 of 16.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Milk
AllowedWith 52kcal calories per 100g, Milk earns a Allowed classification on Pescatarian. This means it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Among the 16 items in this category, milk sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Yogurt at 81kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Milk | 60kcal | 3.3g | 3.2g | 4.6g | — |
| 2% Milk | 50kcal | 3.3g | 2g | 4.8g | 0g |
| Skim Milk | 35kcal | 3.4g | 0.2g | 4.9g | 0g |
Mozzarella
AllowedAt 141kcal calories per 100g, Mozzarella falls into the Allowed category under Pescatarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Nutritionally, it also delivers 31.7g protein and 743mg sodium per serving. Among the 16 items in this category, mozzarella sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Goat Cheese at 142kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Parmesan
AllowedAt 370kcal calories per 100g, Parmesan falls into the Allowed category under Pescatarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Nutritionally, it also delivers 40g protein and 1150mg sodium per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Brie at 334kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Ricotta
AllowedRicotta is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 150kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). It also contains 7.5g protein and 10.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Cottage Cheese and Ice Cream for calories, ranking 7 of 16.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Swiss Cheese
AllowedSwiss Cheese is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 290kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Nutritionally, it also delivers 16.4g protein and 21.2g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Feta and Cheese for calories, ranking 12 of 16.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Whipped Cream
AllowedWhipped Cream is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 257kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Nutritionally, it also delivers 22.2g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Mac and Cheese and Feta for calories, ranking 10 of 16.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Yogurt
AllowedYogurt is classified as Allowed on Pescatarian, with 81kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a plant, fish/seafood, or non-flesh animal product (dairy, eggs). Among the 16 items in this category, yogurt sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Mozzarella at 141kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plain Whole Milk Yogurt | 61kcal | 3.5g | 3.3g | 4.7g | 0g |
| Plain Low-Fat Yogurt | 63kcal | 5.3g | 1.6g | 7g | 0g |
| Plain Nonfat Yogurt | 56kcal | 5.7g | 0.2g | 7.7g | 0g |