Mozzarella vs. Ricotta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Mozzarella and Ricotta
- Ricotta has less Calcium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Vitamin B2, and Monounsaturated Fat than Mozzarella.
- Mozzarella covers your daily need of Calcium 52% more than Ricotta.
- Mozzarella has 3 times more Phosphorus than Ricotta. While Mozzarella has 524mg of Phosphorus, Ricotta has only 158mg.
- Ricotta has less Saturated Fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Cheese, ricotta, 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 | +253.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +28.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +169.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +231.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +10.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +52% |
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 | +16.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +36.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +53.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +74.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +15.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +86% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +170.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +63.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
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:
11.26 g
Fats:
12.98 g
Carbs:
3.04 g
Water:
71.7 g
Other:
1.02 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +144.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +31.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +135.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +43.7% |
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Carbs
~3.04g
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
8.295 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.627 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.385 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +33.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +32.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -23.7% |
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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 280kcal | 174kcal |
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| Protein | 27.5g | 11.26g |
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| Fats | 17.1g | 12.98g |
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| Net carbs | 3.1g | 3.04g |
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| Carbs | 3.1g | 3.04g |
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| Cholesterol | 54mg | 51mg |
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| Vitamin D | 13IU | 10IU |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 11mg |
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| Calcium | 731mg | 207mg |
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| Potassium | 95mg | 105mg |
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| Iron | 0.25mg | 0.38mg |
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| Sugar | 1.23g | 0.27g |
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| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.021mg |
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| Zinc | 3.13mg | 1.16mg |
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| Phosphorus | 524mg | 158mg |
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| Sodium | 16mg | 84mg |
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| Vitamin A | 517IU | 445IU |
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| Vitamin A | 137µg | 120µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.006mg |
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| Selenium | 15.7µg | 14.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.013mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.195mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 0.104mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.043mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0.34µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 1.1µg |
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| Folate | 9µg | 12µg |
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| Choline | 18.4mg | 17.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 10.867g | 8.295g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.844g | 3.627g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 0.385g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.125mg |
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| Threonine | 0.517mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.589mg |
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| Leucine | 1.221mg |
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| Lysine | 1.338mg |
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| Methionine | 0.281mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.556mg |
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| Valine | 0.692mg |
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| Histidine | 0.459mg |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
22%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Ricotta is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.96g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Ricotta is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.572g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 68mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mozzarella is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (27)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)
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.