Tomato vs. Mozzarella — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tomatoes and mozzarella?
- Tomatoes are richer in vitamin C and vitamin A, while mozzarella is higher in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B2.
- Mozzarella's daily need coverage for calcium is 72% higher.
- Tomatoes are lower in saturated fat.
We used Tomatoes, red, ripe, raw, year round average and Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium types in this comparison.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +149.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +118.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -68.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +136.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +7210% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1741.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2083.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +260% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +85% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +395% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +338.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +226.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1689.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +174.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.88 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
3.89 g
Water:
94.52 g
Other:
0.51 g
Protein:
27.5 g
Fats:
17.1 g
Carbs:
3.1 g
Water:
49.9 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +25.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +89.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +3025% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +8450% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +370.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.028 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.031 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.083 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 | -99.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +15525.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +513.3% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 10mg | 731mg | 72% |
| Phosphorus | 24mg | 524mg | 71% |
| Protein | 0.88g | 27.5g | 53% |
| Saturated fat | 0.028g | 10.867g | 49% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.92µg | 38% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 15.7µg | 29% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 3.13mg | 27% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 17.1g | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.019mg | 0.34mg | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 54mg | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 13.7mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Calories | 18kcal | 280kcal | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.031g | 4.844g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 42µg | 137µg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.114mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin K | 7.9µg | 1.8µg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 0g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.059mg | 0.027mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 237mg | 95mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 26mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.594mg | 0.12mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.083g | 0.509g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 0.15mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.089mg | 2% | |
| Fructose | 1.37g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 13IU | 2% |
| Choline | 6.7mg | 18.4mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.3µg | 2% |
| Folate | 15µg | 9µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.037mg | 0.02mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2.69g | 3.1g | N/A |
| Carbs | 3.89g | 3.1g | 0% |
| Iron | 0.27mg | 0.25mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.63g | 1.23g | N/A |
| Sodium | 5mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.014mg | 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
12%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
66%
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 lower in Sugar?
Mozzarella is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.4g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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