Mozzarella vs Cottage Cheese

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Both foods have similar nutritional profiles

Both foods have similar nutritional profiles with each winning in different categories. Your choice should depend on your specific dietary goals and preferences. Mozzarella has 280 calories while Cottage Cheese has 98 calories per 100g.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Cottage Cheese

98 kcal

More Protein

Mozzarella

28g

More Fiber

Mozzarella

0g

Less Sugar

Mozzarella

0.7g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Mozzarella
280
Cottage Cheese
98
Proteinper 100g
Mozzarella
28g
Cottage Cheese
11g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Mozzarella
3.1g
Cottage Cheese
3.7g
Fatper 100g
Mozzarella
17g
Cottage Cheese
5g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientMozzarellaCottage CheeseDifference
Calories280kcal98kcal✓+182.0kcal
Protein28g✓11g+17.0g
Carbohydrates3.1g✓3.7g-0.6g
Fat17g5g✓+12.0g
Fiber0g0g0.0g
Sugar0.7g✓3.3g-2.6g
Sodium505mg390mg✓+115.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:

Mozzarella

Per 100g:280 calories
Per cup (150g):420 calories
Per serving (85g):238 calories

Cottage Cheese

Per 100g:98 calories
Per cup (150g):147 calories
Per serving (85g):83 calories

Diet Compatibility

Mozzarella

KetoLow-CarbHigh-ProteinVegetarian

Cottage Cheese

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVegetarian

When to Choose Mozzarella

  • ✓Higher in protein (28g vs 11g)
  • ✓More fiber (0g vs 0g)
  • ✓Lower in carbs (3.1g vs 3.7g)
  • ✓Less sugar (0.7g vs 3.3g)

Common Uses

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When to Choose Cottage Cheese

  • ✓Lower in calories (98 vs 280)
  • ✓Lower sodium (390mg vs 505mg)

Common Uses

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