Pasta vs. Mozzarella — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between pasta and mozzarella
- Pasta has more vitamin B1, folate, and iron, while mozzarella has more calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B2, and vitamin A.
- Mozzarella's daily need coverage for calcium is 72% higher.
- Mozzarella contains 10 times less vitamin B1 than pasta. Pasta contains 0.209mg of vitamin B1, while mozzarella contains 0.02mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in pasta is lower.
- Mozzarella has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of mozzarella is 27, while the glycemic index of pasta is 49.
The food types used in this comparison are Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked and Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium.
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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 IronIron | +356% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +244.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -62.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +44.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +12083.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +295.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +458.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +731.7% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +945% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +726.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +611.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2183.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +126.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +135.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +557.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.15 g
Fats:
1.05 g
Carbs:
24.93 g
Water:
68.56 g
Other:
0.31 g
Protein:
27.5 g
Fats:
17.1 g
Carbs:
3.1 g
Water:
49.9 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +704.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +37.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +434% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1528.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +674.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.15 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.429 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.867 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.844 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.509 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3806.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +18.6% |
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 | 6mg | 731mg | 73% |
| Phosphorus | 63mg | 524mg | 66% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15g | 10.867g | 49% |
| Protein | 5.15g | 27.5g | 45% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.14µg | 0.92µg | 33% |
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 29% | |
| Fats | 1.05g | 17.1g | 25% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 3.13mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.02mg | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 137µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.15mg | 0.34mg | 15% |
| Folate | 64µg | 9µg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.124g | 4.844g | 12% |
| Iron | 1.14mg | 0.25mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.224mg | 10% | |
| Calories | 131kcal | 280kcal | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 54mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.093mg | 0.027mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 24.93g | 3.1g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.992mg | 0.12mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.08mg | 4% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 24mg | 95mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 26mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 13IU | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.429g | 0.509g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 24.93g | 3.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.23g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 6mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.065mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.348mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.097mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.079mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.247mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.103mg | 0% |
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
15%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
66%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pasta is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pasta is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.23g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.717g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is cheaper?
Mozzarella is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mozzarella is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mozzarella is relatively richer in vitamins