Dairy Product, Cheese | Vegetarian Low Calorie Low Fat

Low Fat Mozzarella

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Low Fat Mozzarella

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Bovidae
  • Primary Cuisine Italian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Cow's Milk

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A semi-soft, mild Italian cheese made from cow's milk with reduced fat content, known for its excellent melting and stretching properties.

Sensory Profile

TasteMild, Milky, Slightly Salty
TextureSemi-soft, Elastic, Stretchy (when melted)
AromaMild, Creamy, Fresh
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 28g
Calories254 kcal
Total Fat14g
Saturated Fat9g
Trans Fat0.5g
Cholesterol40mg
Protein27g
Total Carbohydrate2.7g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars0.5g
Calcium750mg
Iron0.2mg
Potassium80mg

Chef’s Secret

For a crispier crust on pizza, add mozzarella in the final minutes of baking to prevent burning and maintain its stretch.

Substitutions

Best Match

Part-Skim Mozzarella

1:1

Closest match in taste, melt, and texture with slightly higher fat content.

Provolone

1:1

Good melt, mild flavor, slightly firmer texture, similar uses.

Oaxaca Cheese

1:1

Excellent stretch and mild flavor, great for Mexican dishes.

Vegan Mozzarella Shreds

1:1

Dairy-free alternative, varying melt and taste, suitable for plant-based diets.

Buying Guide

Choose firm blocks or pre-shredded with minimal anti-caking agents for best melt.

Flavor Pairings

Tomatoes basil pizza pasta lasagna paninis cured meats.