Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 298 kcal1240 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 4.4 g
- Protein
- 23.7 g
- Total fat
- 20.4 g
- Dietary fiber
- 0 g
- Sodium
- 699 mg
- Calcium
- 693 mg
Nutrition referenceMeat, Eggs & Dairy
Mozzarella Cheese
Mozzarella is a soft, mild Italian cheese with a stretchy texture, used on pizza and in salads. Per 100 g it provides 298 calories with 23.7 g protein and 20.4 g fat.
298
kcalper 100g
- Carbs
- 4.4g
- Protein
- 23.7g
- Fat
- 20.4g
Reference values
About this food
Understanding this nutrition reference
Mozzarella is a soft, mild Italian cheese with a smooth, stretchy texture when melted. It is a key ingredient on pizza and in baked pasta dishes, and is also eaten fresh in salads such as caprese.
Nutritionally, mozzarella provides protein, fat, and calcium. Per 100 g it provides about 298 kcal, 4.4 g of carbohydrates, 23.7 g of protein, and 20.4 g of fat, with 699 mg of sodium and 693 mg of calcium.
Mozzarella is usually eaten fresh or melted. For accurate tracking, weigh the cheese, and use the serving sizes below.
Portion guidance
How to use the serving references
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical 1 oz serving (about 28 g) provides roughly 83 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Mozzarella Cheese nutrition FAQ
How many calories are in mozzarella cheese?
Mozzarella provides about 298 calories per 100 g. A typical 1 oz serving (about 28 g) provides roughly 83 calories.
Is mozzarella high in protein?
Mozzarella provides about 23.7 g of protein per 100 g, along with 20.4 g of fat.
Is mozzarella high in calcium?
Mozzarella provides about 693 mg of calcium per 100 g.
