Ricotta

Moderate FODMAP (Caution)Safe to 40g (about 2.5 tbsp)

Is ricotta low FODMAP?

Ricotta is moderate FODMAP, safe in limited portions (Safe to 40g (about 2.5 tbsp)).

Ricotta is higher in lactose than aged cheeses, but a small 40g serving is tolerable. Larger amounts climb in lactose.

FODMAP subgroups to watch

Ricotta contains lactose that can drive SIBO symptoms.

Portion threshold

Lactose climbs above ~60g. Single typical servings stay in the rated range; larger servings push past the threshold.

Low-FODMAP dairy and alternatives to try instead

Lactose-free milkLow FODMAP Almond milk (unsweetened)Low FODMAP Rice milkLow FODMAP Soy milk (soy protein)Low FODMAP Lactose-free yogurtLow FODMAP ButterLow FODMAP

A single food is only half the story. Eating ricotta in a bigger meal? See how it stacks with the rest of your plate.

Ratings and serving guidance reflect published low-FODMAP research and public dietitian sources. Tolerance is individual. Unsibo is a wellness companion; it is not a medical device and does not diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition.