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Mozzarella vs. Chili pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between mozzarella and chili pepper?

  • Mozzarella is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B2, while chili pepper is higher in vitamin C and vitamin B6.
  • Chili pepper's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 160% higher.
  • Chili pepper is lower in cholesterol.
  • Chili pepper has a higher glycemic index (45) than mozzarella (27).

We used Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Peppers, hot chili, red, raw types in this comparison.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 19% 219% 8.4% 9.4% 9% 85% 225% 2.1% 0% 86%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 16% 4.2% 28% 39% 43% 7.1% 18% 1.2% 24% 2.7%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +13%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +5121.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +1103.8%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1118.6%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +3040%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +238.9%
Contains more IronIron +312%
Contains more CopperCopper +377.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -43.8%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 46% 3% 4.5% 5% 78% 2.3% 0% 18% 115% 4.5% 6.8% 10%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 479% 16% 14% 0% 18% 20% 23% 12% 117% 0% 35% 17% 5.9%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +185.4%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +295.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +68.8%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +360%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +260%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +936.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +532.5%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +677.8%
Contains more FolateFolate +155.6%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
28% 17% 3% 50% 2%
Protein: 27.5 g
Fats: 17.1 g
Carbs: 3.1 g
Water: 49.9 g
Other: 2.4 g
2% 9% 88%
Protein: 1.87 g
Fats: 0.44 g
Carbs: 8.81 g
Water: 88.02 g
Other: 0.86 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +1370.6%
Contains more FatsFats +3786.4%
Contains more OtherOther +179.1%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +184.2%
Contains more WaterWater +76.4%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
67% 30% 3%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 10.867 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 4.844 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.509 g
14% 8% 78%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.042 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.024 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.239 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +20083.3%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +113%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -99.6%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Mozzarella Chili pepper
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mozzarella Chili pepper DV% diff.
Vitamin C 0mg 143.7mg 160%
Calcium 731mg 14mg 72%
Phosphorus 524mg 43mg 69%
Protein 27.5g 1.87g 51%
Saturated fat 10.867g 0.042g 49%
Vitamin B12 0.92µg 0µg 38%
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 0.506mg 33%
Selenium 15.7µg 0.5µg 28%
Zinc 3.13mg 0.26mg 26%
Fats 17.1g 0.44g 26%
Vitamin B2 0.34mg 0.086mg 20%
Cholesterol 54mg 0mg 18%
Monounsaturated fat 4.844g 0.024g 12%
Calories 280kcal 40kcal 12%
Copper 0.027mg 0.129mg 11%
Vitamin A 137µg 48µg 10%
Iron 0.25mg 1.03mg 10%
Vitamin K 1.8µg 14µg 10%
Manganese 0.187mg 8%
Potassium 95mg 322mg 7%
Vitamin B3 0.12mg 1.244mg 7%
Fiber 0g 1.5g 6%
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.072mg 4%
Vitamin B5 0.201mg 4%
Folate 9µg 23µg 4%
Vitamin E 0.15mg 0.69mg 4%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.509g 0.239g 2%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg 2%
Vitamin D 13IU 0IU 2%
Carbs 3.1g 8.81g 2%
Choline 18.4mg 10.9mg 1%
Magnesium 26mg 23mg 1%
Net carbs 3.1g 7.31g N/A
Sugar 1.23g 5.3g N/A
Sodium 16mg 9mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.026mg 0%
Threonine 0.074mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.065mg 0%
Leucine 0.105mg 0%
Lysine 0.089mg 0%
Methionine 0.024mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.062mg 0%
Valine 0.084mg 0%
Histidine 0.041mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Mozzarella Chili pepper
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Mozzarella
58%
Chili pepper
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Mozzarella
18%
Chili pepper

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.07g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chili pepper
Chili pepper is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chili pepper
Chili pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chili pepper
Chili pepper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.825g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chili pepper
Chili pepper is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Mozzarella - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167735/nutrients
  2. Chili pepper - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170106/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.