Mozzarella (part-skim) vs Cheddar cheese
| Mozzarella (part-skim) | Cheddar cheese | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 24.3 g | 23.3 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 2.8 g | 2.4 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 15.9 g | 34.0 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 254.0 kcal | 408.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 9.6 g | 5.7 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 124 g · 314 kcal | 129 g · 525 kcal |
The same three numbers, drawn
What 30 g of protein looks like on a plate
Where the calories come from
The one-line verdict: Mozzarella (part-skim) delivers 1.7× the protein per calorie of Cheddar cheese (9.6 g vs 5.7 g per 100 kcal).
More protein / 100 g: MozzarellaLighter per 100 g: MozzarellaSmaller 30 g portion: Mozzarella
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Bold marks the better side of each row. "Per 100 kcal" answers the density question — which food delivers more protein for the energy it costs. Portion row is computed live from the same USDA base values shown on each food page.