Penne vs. Mozzarella — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
Summary of differences between penne and mozzarella
- Penne has more fiber and iron; however, mozzarella is higher in calcium, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin A, and monounsaturated fat.
- Mozzarella covers your daily need for calcium, 64% more than penne.
- Mozzarella has less sodium.
- The glycemic index of penne is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison KASHI Three Cheese Penne, frozen, unprepared and Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium.
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 | +15.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +28.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +220% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +721.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +184.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +344.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.5% |
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 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.7 g
Fats:
4 g
Carbs:
16.8 g
Water:
72.4 g
Other:
1.1 g
Protein:
27.5 g
Fats:
17.1 g
Carbs:
3.1 g
Water:
49.9 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +441.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +45.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +382.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +327.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +118.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.3 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 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 | -78.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +384.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +27.3% |
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 Saturated fat |
|
||
| Lower in price |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Rich in vitamins |
|
||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
DV% diff. |
| Calcium | 89mg | 731mg | 64% |
| Phosphorus | 118mg | 524mg | 58% |
| Protein | 5.7g | 27.5g | 44% |
| Saturated fat | 2.3g | 10.867g | 39% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 38% | |
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 29% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.34mg | 26% | |
| Fats | 4g | 17.1g | 20% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 3.13mg | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 137µg | 15% | |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 54mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 0g | 11% |
| Sodium | 248mg | 16mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1g | 4.844g | 10% |
| Calories | 126kcal | 280kcal | 8% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 0.25mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 6% | |
| Carbs | 16.8g | 3.1g | 5% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 13IU | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2% | |
| Folate | 9µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.3µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 122mg | 95mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 26mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.12mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 0.509g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 14.1g | 3.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.9g | 1.23g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.2g | N/A |
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
0%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
66%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Penne is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 42mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Penne is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.567g)
Which food is cheaper?
Penne is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.67g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mozzarella contains less Sodium (difference - 232mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mozzarella is relatively richer in vitamins
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.