Cottage cheese vs. Provolone — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
What are the differences between Cottage cheese and Provolone?
- Provolone is richer than Cottage cheese in Calcium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Vitamin A, Vitamin B2, and Selenium.
- Provolone's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 77% more.
- The amount of Sodium in Cottage cheese is lower.
We used Cheese, cottage, creamed, large or small curd and Cheese, provolone types in this article.
Infographic
Infographic link
Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more CopperCopper | +11.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -58.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +250% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +810.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +32.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +642.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +707.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +211.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +400% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +49.5% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +42.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +17% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +20% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +19.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +528.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +187.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +96.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +57.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +58.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +239.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.12 g
Fats:
4.3 g
Carbs:
3.38 g
Water:
79.79 g
Other:
1.41 g
Protein:
25.58 g
Fats:
26.62 g
Carbs:
2.14 g
Water:
40.95 g
Other:
4.71 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +57.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +94.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +130% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +519.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +234% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.718 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.123 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
17.078 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.393 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.769 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -89.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +850.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +525.2% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Rich in vitamins |
|
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated Fat |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in price |
|
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
Opinion |
| Calories | 98kcal | 351kcal |
|
| Protein | 11.12g | 25.58g |
|
| Fats | 4.3g | 26.62g |
|
| Net carbs | 3.38g | 2.14g |
|
| Carbs | 3.38g | 2.14g |
|
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 69mg |
|
| Vitamin D | 3IU | 20IU |
|
| Magnesium | 8mg | 28mg |
|
| Calcium | 83mg | 756mg |
|
| Potassium | 104mg | 138mg |
|
| Iron | 0.07mg | 0.52mg |
|
| Sugar | 2.67g | 0.56g |
|
| Copper | 0.029mg | 0.026mg |
|
| Zinc | 0.4mg | 3.23mg |
|
| Phosphorus | 159mg | 496mg |
|
| Sodium | 364mg | 876mg |
|
| Vitamin A | 140IU | 880IU |
|
| Vitamin A | 37µg | 236µg |
|
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 0.23mg |
|
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0.5µg |
|
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.01mg |
|
| Selenium | 9.7µg | 14.5µg |
|
| Vitamin B1 | 0.027mg | 0.019mg |
|
| Vitamin B2 | 0.163mg | 0.321mg |
|
| Vitamin B3 | 0.099mg | 0.156mg |
|
| Vitamin B5 | 0.557mg | 0.476mg |
|
| Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 0.073mg |
|
| Vitamin B12 | 0.43µg | 1.46µg |
|
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2.2µg |
|
| Folate | 12µg | 10µg |
|
| Choline | 18.4mg | 15.4mg |
|
| Saturated Fat | 1.718g | 17.078g |
|
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.778g | 7.393g |
|
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.123g | 0.769g |
|
| Tryptophan | 0.147mg | 0.345mg |
|
| Threonine | 0.5mg | 0.982mg |
|
| Isoleucine | 0.591mg | 1.091mg |
|
| Leucine | 1.116mg | 2.297mg |
|
| Lysine | 0.934mg | 2.646mg |
|
| Methionine | 0.269mg | 0.686mg |
|
| Phenylalanine | 0.577mg | 1.287mg |
|
| Valine | 0.748mg | 1.64mg |
|
| Histidine | 0.326mg | 1.115mg |
|
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
78%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Provolone is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Provolone is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.11g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Provolone is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cottage cheese is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 52mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cottage cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 512mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cottage cheese is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 15.36g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cottage cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is cheaper?
Cottage cheese is cheaper (difference - $0.5)