Mozzarella vs. Tomato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
What are the main differences between Mozzarella and Tomato?
- Mozzarella is richer in Calcium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B12, Selenium, Zinc, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin A RAE, while Tomato is higher in Vitamin C.
- Mozzarella's daily need coverage for Calcium is 72% higher.
- Tomato is lower in Cholesterol.
We used Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium and Tomatoes, red, ripe, raw, year round average types in this comparison.
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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +136.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +7210% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1741.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2083.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +149.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +118.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -68.8% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1689.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +174.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +61.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +260% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +85% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +395% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +338.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +66.7% |
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:
0.88 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
3.89 g
Water:
94.52 g
Other:
0.51 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +3025% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +8450% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +370.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +25.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +89.4% |
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
0.028 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.031 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.083 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +15525.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +513.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -99.7% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated Fat |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in price |
|
||
| Rich in vitamins |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
Opinion |
| Calories | 280kcal | 18kcal |
|
| Protein | 27.5g | 0.88g |
|
| Fats | 17.1g | 0.2g |
|
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 13.7mg |
|
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 2.69g |
|
| Carbs | 3.1g | 3.89g |
|
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 0mg |
|
| Vitamin D | 13IU | 0IU |
|
| Magnesium | 26mg | 11mg |
|
| Calcium | 731mg | 10mg |
|
| Potassium | 95mg | 237mg |
|
| Iron | 0.25mg | 0.27mg |
|
| Sugar | 1.23g | 2.63g |
|
| Fiber | 0g | 1.2g |
|
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.059mg |
|
| Zinc | 3.13mg | 0.17mg |
|
| Phosphorus | 524mg | 24mg |
|
| Sodium | 16mg | 5mg |
|
| Vitamin A | 517IU | 833IU |
|
| Vitamin A RAE | 137µg | 42µg |
|
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.54mg |
|
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0µg |
|
| Manganese | 0.114mg |
|
|
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 0µg |
|
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.037mg |
|
| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 0.019mg |
|
| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 0.594mg |
|
| Vitamin B5 | 0.089mg |
|
|
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.08mg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0µg |
|
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 7.9µg |
|
| Folate | 9µg | 15µg |
|
| Choline | 18.4mg | 6.7mg |
|
| Saturated Fat | 10.867g | 0.028g |
|
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.844g | 0.031g |
|
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.509g | 0.083g |
|
| Tryptophan | 0.006mg |
|
|
| Threonine | 0.027mg |
|
|
| Isoleucine | 0.018mg |
|
|
| Leucine | 0.025mg |
|
|
| Lysine | 0.027mg |
|
|
| Methionine | 0.006mg |
|
|
| Phenylalanine | 0.027mg |
|
|
| Valine | 0.018mg |
|
|
| Histidine | 0.014mg |
|
|
| Fructose | 1.37g |
|
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
22%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
9%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tomato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tomato contains less Sodium (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tomato is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 10.839g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tomato is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is cheaper?
Tomato is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tomato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.4g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
?
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.