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Fresh, soft, mildly salty, small-sized mozzarella cheese ball
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
250
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
2g
· 3%
Protein
18g
· 29%
Fat
19g
· 68%
Fiber
0g
Vitamins
B12
1.5µg · 63% DV
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
Vitamin A
80µg · 9% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
350mg · 50% DV
Calcium
400mg · 40% DV
Zinc
3mg · 27% DV
Selenium
10µg · 18% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
12g
MONOUNSATURATED
5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10:1).
Keep them refrigerated in their brine with the container tightly closed. If the brine has been discarded, covering the balls with clean water can help prevent drying, but they should be used promptly.
They can be frozen, but thawing often makes them release water and become firmer or crumbly. Thawed mozzarella is usually better in cooked dishes such as pizza, pasta, or bakes than in fresh salads.
Drain the balls well and gently pat them dry before adding them just before serving. Since the packing brine is salty, season the dressing cautiously.
Yes, it softens and melts when heated, although it may not brown or stretch as strongly as low-moisture shredded mozzarella. Add it near the end of cooking when you want soft, creamy pockets of cheese.
Tomatoes, basil, olive oil, rocket, olives, and roasted vegetables are natural matches. Pairing it with whole-grain bread or pulses can make a meal more filling and balanced.
No. Mini mozzarella has a uniform, springy texture, while burrata has a mozzarella shell filled with a creamy mixture of cheese and cream. Burrata is richer and has a softer, flowing centre.
It can fit into an evening meal or snack, but rich cheeses may trigger fullness or reflux in some people when eaten close to bedtime. If that happens, choose a smaller serving and eat it earlier.
Its protein makes it a useful addition to a post-workout meal. Combining it with carbohydrate foods such as whole-grain bread, fruit, or potatoes can support a more balanced recovery meal.
Mozzarella may be tolerated by some people with lactose intolerance, but it is not lactose-free. Individual tolerance varies, while anyone with a milk allergy should avoid it completely.
Mini mozzarella made from pasteurised milk and kept properly chilled is generally the preferred choice. Check the label for pasteurisation, follow the use-by date, and avoid cheese that has been left unrefrigerated for a long time.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.