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Mozzarella Calories
Soft, fresh Italian cheese, popular in pizza and salads
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Mozzarella Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
280
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
2.5g
· 4%
Protein
18g
· 27%
Fat
20g
· 69%
Fiber
0g
Mozzarella Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
2.3µg · 96% DV
B2
0.33mg · 25% DV
Vitamin A
210µg · 23% DV
Biotin
2.5µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Calcium
505mg · 51% DV
Phosphorus
350mg · 50% DV
Sodium
620mg · 27% DV
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Mozzarella Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Is Mozzarella Processed?
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.
Does Mozzarella Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Mozzarella Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Mozzarella Fat Profile
SATURATED
13g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.5:1).
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Mozzarella — Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories and how much protein are in mozzarella?
Mozzarella provides 280 calories and 18g of protein per 100g. It can be a useful cheese option for adding protein to meals.
Is mozzarella keto-friendly and gluten-free?
Yes. Based on the provided data, mozzarella is compatible with keto and gluten-free diets, and it also fits vegetarian, Mediterranean, flexitarian, and omnivore eating patterns.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.