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Mozzarella vs. Tofu — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between mozzarella and tofu

  • Mozzarella has more phosphorus, vitamin B1,2, vitamin B2, and zinc; however, tofu is higher in copper, iron, vitamin B1, and fiber.
  • Mozzarella covers your daily need for saturated fat, 48% more than tofu.
  • Tofu has less cholesterol.
  • The glycemic index of mozzarella is higher.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Tofu, raw, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate.

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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%
Tofu
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 41% 205% 21% 100% 126% 43% 81% 1.8% 154% 95%
Contains more ZincZinc +99.4%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +175.8%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +123.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +149.5%
Contains more IronIron +964%
Contains more CopperCopper +1300%
Contains less SodiumSodium -12.5%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +10.8%
~equal in Calcium ~683mg

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%
Tofu
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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 0.67% 0% 0% 0% 40% 24% 7.1% 8% 21% 0% 0% 22% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +233.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +690%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +217.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +15%
Contains more FolateFolate +222.2%

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
Tofu
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17% 9% 3% 70%
Protein: 17.27 g
Fats: 8.72 g
Carbs: 2.78 g
Water: 69.83 g
Other: 1.4 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +59.2%
Contains more FatsFats +96.1%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +11.5%
Contains more OtherOther +71.4%
Contains more WaterWater +39.9%

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
Tofu
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16% 24% 61%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.261 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.925 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.921 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +151.6%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -88.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +866.8%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mozzarella Tofu DV% diff.
Manganese 1.181mg 51%
Phosphorus 524mg 190mg 48%
Saturated fat 10.867g 1.261g 44%
Copper 0.027mg 0.378mg 39%
Vitamin B12 0.92µg 0µg 38%
Iron 0.25mg 2.66mg 30%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.509g 4.921g 29%
Protein 27.5g 17.27g 20%
Vitamin B2 0.34mg 0.102mg 18%
Cholesterol 54mg 0mg 18%
Vitamin A 137µg 15%
Zinc 3.13mg 1.57mg 14%
Fats 17.1g 8.72g 13%
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.158mg 12%
Fiber 0g 2.3g 9%
Magnesium 26mg 58mg 8%
Monounsaturated fat 4.844g 1.925g 7%
Calories 280kcal 144kcal 7%
Calcium 731mg 683mg 5%
Folate 9µg 29µg 5%
Potassium 95mg 237mg 4%
Choline 18.4mg 3%
Vitamin B5 0.133mg 3%
Selenium 15.7µg 17.4µg 3%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg 2%
Vitamin D 13IU 0IU 2%
Vitamin B3 0.12mg 0.381mg 2%
Vitamin K 1.8µg 2%
Vitamin E 0.15mg 1%
Vitamin B6 0.08mg 0.092mg 1%
Vitamin C 0mg 0.2mg 0%
Carbs 3.1g 2.78g 0%
Net carbs 3.1g 0.48g N/A
Sugar 1.23g N/A
Sodium 16mg 14mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.235mg 0%
Threonine 0.785mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.849mg 0%
Leucine 1.392mg 0%
Lysine 0.883mg 0%
Methionine 0.211mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.835mg 0%
Valine 0.87mg 0%
Histidine 0.431mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Mozzarella Tofu
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
9%
Tofu
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Mozzarella
87%
Tofu

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tofu
Tofu is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tofu
Tofu is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.23g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tofu
Tofu contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tofu
Tofu is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.606g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tofu
Tofu is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
Tofu
Tofu is cheaper (difference - $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.
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. Tofu - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172475/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.