Mozzarella vs. Greek yogurt — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between mozzarella and Greek yogurt
- The amount of calcium, phosphorus, zinc, selenium, vitamin A, and vitamin B12 in mozzarella is higher than in Greek yogurt.
- Mozzarella covers your daily calcium needs 63% more than Greek yogurt.
- Greek yogurt has 34 times less vitamin A than mozzarella. Mozzarella has 517IU of vitamin A, while Greek yogurt has 15IU.
- Greek yogurt contains less saturated fat.
- Mozzarella has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of mozzarella is 27, while the glycemic index of Greek yogurt is 12.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Yogurt, Greek, plain, whole milk.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +136.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +631% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +58.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +501.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +288.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -54.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +61.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +48.4% |
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 AVitamin A | +6750% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +27% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +22.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +80% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +21.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +15% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +73.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
27.5 g
Fats:
17.1 g
Carbs:
3.1 g
Water:
49.9 g
Other:
2.4 g
Protein:
9 g
Fats:
5 g
Carbs:
3.98 g
Water:
81.3 g
Other:
0.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +205.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +242% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +233.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +28.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +62.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.867 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.844 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.509 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.395 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.136 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.469 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +126.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -78% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~0.469g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 731mg | 100mg | 63% |
| Phosphorus | 524mg | 135mg | 56% |
| Saturated fat | 10.867g | 2.395g | 39% |
| Protein | 27.5g | 9g | 37% |
| Zinc | 3.13mg | 0.52mg | 24% |
| Fats | 17.1g | 5g | 19% |
| Vitamin A | 137µg | 2µg | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 13mg | 14% |
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 9.7µg | 11% |
| Calories | 280kcal | 97kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0.75µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.331mg | 7% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.844g | 2.136g | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.278mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 11mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.25mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 13IU | 0IU | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.063mg | 1% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 15.1mg | 1% |
| Folate | 9µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 141mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 0.208mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.017mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 35mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.1g | 3.98g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 3.98g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.23g | 4g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.023mg | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 0.469g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.023g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.209g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
23%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.77g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 19mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mozzarella is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mozzarella is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Greek yogurt is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 41mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Greek yogurt is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.472g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Greek yogurt is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
Greek yogurt is cheaper (difference - $2)