Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
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What it is
Fresh mozzarella cheese is a soft, white, unripened cheese traditionally made from Italian buffalo milk, though cow's milk is also common. It is made by heating milk and then adding rennet to coagulate it, followed by stretching and shaping the curd.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use fresh mozzarella for its mild, milky flavor and soft, chewy texture. It is commonly found in pizzas, pasta dishes, salads, and as a topping for baked goods.
Health notes
Fresh mozzarella is a dairy product and a source of protein and calcium. The FDA considers milk and its derivatives, like mozzarella, to be generally recognized as safe (GRAS). International bodies like JECFA have evaluated cheese and dairy products, but specific evaluations for fresh mozzarella are not detailed here. Typical consumption as part of a balanced diet is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Fresh mozzarella is derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Products containing Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
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Catherine B. Ming Inc.
Roberta's, Wood Fired Pizza, Margherita, Margherita
High in sodium — 27% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
266kcal
8.6Protein
11.5Fat
32.4Carbs
Walgreens Co.
Grilled Eggplant With Fresh Mozzarella Sandwich, Mozzarella
High in sodium — 32% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
177kcal
7.5Protein
8.3Fat
17.8Carbs
Ahold USA, Inc.
Flatbread Pizza, Roasted Garlic & Pepperoni
High in sodium — 44% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
262kcal
11.0Protein
14.6Fat
20.1Carbs
Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc.
Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
250kcal
8.6Protein
14.1Fat
19.5Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Basil & Prosciutto Roll
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
271kcal
23.5Protein
20Fat
0Carbs
King Cheese Inc.
Spirella, Tortilla Dips, Pizza, Salad
214kcal
25Protein
12.5Fat
3.6Carbs
King Cheese Inc.
Fresh Mozzarella Rolled With Pepperoni
321kcal
21.4Protein
21.4Fat
7.1Carbs
Walgreens Co.
Prosciutto & Mozzarella W/ Fig Spread On Cranberry Fig Ficelle
High in sodium — 64% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
276kcal
14.1Protein
8.8Fat
34.1Carbs
King Cheese Inc.
Fresh Mozzarella Rolled With Bastirma
214kcal
25Protein
12.5Fat
3.6Carbs
Belgioioso Cheese, Inc.
Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Prosciutto & Basil Roll, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Prosciutto & Basil
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
271kcal
23.5Protein
20Fat
0Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Wood Fired Crust Pizza, Pepperoni
High in sodium — 48% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
279kcal
12.5Protein
13.2Fat
26.5Carbs