Calorie comparison
Egg vs Mozzarella
Per 100 grams, egg is the lighter choice by 125 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 | Egg | Mozzarella |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 155 | 280 |
| Protein | 13 g | 28 g |
| Carbs | 1.1 g | 3.1 g |
| Fat | 11 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
🥚 Egg
1 large (50 g)
78 cal
6.5 g protein · 0.6 g carbs · 5.5 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, egg or mozzarella?
Per 100 g, egg has 155 calories and mozzarella has 280. Egg is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, egg or mozzarella?
Egg has 13 g of protein per 100 g; mozzarella has 28 g. Mozzarella wins on protein.
Is egg 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 egg — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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