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Tapioca with mozzarella Calories
Gluten-free cassava starch flatbread-style snack made with mozzarella
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tapioca with mozzarella (90 g) has 214 calories. That works out to 238 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.6 g of carbs, 6.5 g of protein, 8.5 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 139.5 mg of Phosphorus covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Tapioca with mozzarella Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
214
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
28.6g
· 10% DV
Protein
6.5g
· 13% DV
Fat
8.5g
· 11% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 12% · Fat 35%
Tapioca with mozzarella nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 214 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.5 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 4.32 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.16 g | |
| Sodium | 297 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.6 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Tapioca with mozzarella?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 214 kcal |
| 1 serving (quarter) | 30 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 45 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 143 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 110 g | 262 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 309 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 180 g | 428 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 428 kcal |
Calculated from 238 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tapioca with mozzarella
What is tapioca with mozzarella?
Tapioca with mozzarella is a Brazilian-style snack made by heating cassava starch granules in a pan until they form a thin, flexible flatbread, then filling it with cheese. It is folded over like a crepe, but its base contains no wheat flour.
How do you make tapioca with mozzarella?
To make tapioca with mozzarella, sift hydrated tapioca starch into a hot pan so it forms an even layer. Cook until the granules join into a flatbread, add mozzarella, and fold it over once the cheese starts to melt.
What kind of tapioca starch is used for tapioca with mozzarella?
Tapioca with mozzarella is usually made with hydrated, granulated cassava starch sold for Brazilian tapioca. Dry tapioca flour may not form the same flexible layer on its own, so use a product whose instructions say it is suitable for pan tapioca.
Is tapioca with mozzarella the same as a crepe?
No, tapioca with mozzarella is not a crepe, even though both are cooked in a pan and folded. Tapioca uses cassava starch rather than a flour-and-egg batter, giving it a distinct chewy, slightly crisp texture.
Why does tapioca with mozzarella break apart in the pan?
Tapioca with mozzarella can break apart if the starch has not joined into a solid layer before you move it. Spread the granules evenly and let the base set; adding the filling and folding it over is easier than flipping it.
How do you get the mozzarella to melt in tapioca with mozzarella?
For tapioca with mozzarella, add finely chopped or grated cheese while the flatbread is hot, then cover the pan briefly. The trapped heat helps the cheese melt evenly without leaving the tapioca base on the heat long enough to turn tough.
What can you add to tapioca with mozzarella?
Tomato and basil are popular additions to tapioca with mozzarella, and oregano also complements the cheese. Keep juicy fillings modest so they do not make the cassava-starch base soggy; in Brazil, guava paste is another pairing sometimes served with cheese.
Where does tapioca with mozzarella come from?
Tapioca with mozzarella is inspired by Brazilian tapioca, a pan-cooked cassava-starch flatbread with Indigenous roots in Brazil. The mozzarella filling is a common modern variation; traditional fillings also include other cheeses and sweet options.
Can you store leftover tapioca with mozzarella?
Tapioca with mozzarella is best eaten freshly made, while its base is still tender and warm. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container once cool and eat them the next day; do not leave the cheese-filled snack at room temperature for an extended period.
Can you reheat tapioca with mozzarella?
Yes, tapioca with mozzarella can be reheated in a pan over low to medium heat until the cheese is warm and melted. A microwave works too, but it can make the starch base softer and chewier rather than restoring its lightly crisp texture.
Tapioca with mozzarella Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.38µg · 16% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
Vitamin A
82.8µg · 9% DV
B5
0.29mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
140mg · 20% DV
Calcium
189mg · 19% DV
Sodium
297mg · 13% DV
Selenium
6.12µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
74mg · 2% DV
Tapioca with mozzarella Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tapioca with mozzarella
To burn the 214 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Tapioca with mozzarella?
Tapioca with mozzarella is a Brazilian-style snack made by cooking hydrated cassava starch on a hot pan, then filling the thin, flexible round with mozzarella. In Brazil, it is a familiar breakfast or quick bite, often folded around its filling. The cassava base is mild and softly chewy, while the mozzarella turns warm and stretchy.
It makes a simple, naturally gluten-free option for breakfast or an afternoon snack; serve it hot, as Brazilians do, or alongside tea or coffee elsewhere. Fresh tomato, herbs or a little black pepper balance the richness. A typical 90 g piece provides 7.2 g of protein, and adding vegetables or an egg can make it a more substantial meal.
How Nutritious Is Tapioca with mozzarella?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Tapioca with mozzarella Processed?
NOVA 3
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 Tapioca with mozzarella Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tapioca with mozzarella Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Tapioca with mozzarella Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.29g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.3:1).
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