Mozzarella
* Calorie value is measured per serving weight shown
Nutrition (per 100g)
Common Serving Sizes
How long to burn 280 kcal
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About Mozzarella
The best melting/stretching cheese; standard for pizza and baked rice.
Health Benefits of Mozzarella
22g protein; high moisture; ~500mg calcium/100g
Mozzarella is made from buffalo or cow milk and hot-stretched into a fibrous structure that pulls fine, elastic strands when heated - the choice for pizza, baked rice/pasta and any dish that needs stretch.
Decent protein, high moisture
Fresh mozzarella is 50-60% water, with ~22g protein and ~280 kcal per 100g. Softer and fresher than hard cheese (e.g. Parmigiano), it's great sliced with tomato and basil in a Caprese salad.
22g protein; 30-50g ≈ 84-140 kcal
A 9-inch pizza takes about 50-80g of shredded mozzarella for a clear stretch. For baking, pick pre-shredded (lower-moisture block) mozzarella; fresh buffalo mozzarella is best for cold salads.