Mozzarella
Serving size: 1.5 oz (42g)
Allergens: milk
Why Eat Mozzarella?
Mozzarella is a fresh cheese that provides excellent calcium and phosphorus for bone health, plus B12 and protein, with less sodium and fat than most aged cheeses. Fresh mozzarella is also a source of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) when made from grass-fed milk.
Mozzarella contains 2.2x more tryptophan per serving than Milk (whole).
At a Glance
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Mozzarella's top nutrients as % Daily Value (capped at 100%)
Source: USDA FoodData Central · FDA Daily Values
How It Compares
Tryptophan (% DV) vs similar Dairys
Source: USDA FoodData Central · FDA Daily Values
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Pro tip: Space high-fiber and zinc-rich meals apart if possible
Learn moreVitamin K directs calcium into bones, not arteries
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Learn moreCopper is essential for iron metabolism and red blood cell formation
Pro tip: Liver and shellfish provide both — or pair cashews with lentils
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Pro tip: Dairy naturally provides both in ideal ratios
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Learn moreNutrient Profile
Showing all tracked nutrients in Mozzarella per serving (1.5 oz (42g)), grouped by category.
Some nutrients (iodine, omega-3 from plant sources) have limited USDA data and may not appear above even if present in this food.
How to Eat Mozzarella
Storage & Selection Tips
How to Select
Fresh mozzarella should be white, springy, and stored in brine. Low-moisture mozzarella is better for melting on pizza. Buffalo mozzarella is creamier and more flavorful.
How to Store
Store fresh mozzarella in its brine in the refrigerator. Low-moisture mozzarella keeps longer sealed.
Shelf Life
Fresh mozzarella lasts 5-7 days in brine. Low-moisture mozzarella keeps 3-4 weeks unopened.
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Mozzarella Appears in These Nutrient Guides
Magnesium
2% DV per serving
Iron
1% DV per serving
Calcium
16% DV per serving
Zinc
11% DV per serving
Folate
1% DV per serving
Vitamin B12
40% DV per serving
Vitamin D
1% DV per serving
Choline
1% DV per serving
Potassium
1% DV per serving
Vitamin A
8% DV per serving
Vitamin K
1% DV per serving
Selenium
13% DV per serving
Vitamin E
1% DV per serving
Phosphorus
12% DV per serving
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
8% DV per serving
Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5)
2% DV per serving
Protein
19% DV per serving
Sodium
9% DV per serving
Leucine
29% DV per serving
Isoleucine
36% DV per serving
Valine
33% DV per serving
Tryptophan
77% DV per serving
Lysine
19% DV per serving
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