Calorie comparison
Feta Cheese vs Mozzarella
Per 100 grams, feta cheese is the lighter choice by 16 calories, while mozzarella delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Feta Cheese | Mozzarella |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 264 | 280 |
| Protein | 14 g | 28 g |
| Carbs | 4 g | 3.1 g |
| Fat | 21 g | 17 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🧀 Feta Cheese
1 oz (28 g)
74 cal
3.9 g protein · 1.1 g carbs · 5.9 g fat
🧀 Mozzarella
1 oz (28 g)
78 cal
7.8 g protein · 0.9 g carbs · 4.8 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, feta cheese or mozzarella?
Per 100 g, feta cheese has 264 calories and mozzarella has 280. Feta Cheese is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, feta cheese or mozzarella?
Feta Cheese has 14 g of protein per 100 g; mozzarella has 28 g. Mozzarella wins on protein.
Is feta cheese or mozzarella better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward feta cheese — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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