Mozarella

Common questions

Is Mozarella healthy?

Mozarella scores 78/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This mozzarella cheese is made from pasteurized milk, providing a good source of protein and essential nutrients.

How processed is Mozarella?

Mozarella is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Mozarella's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Cultures count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Mozarella

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78 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Lactalis
Category Cheese
Summary

This mozzarella cheese is made from pasteurized milk, providing a good source of protein and essential nutrients. However, it includes powdered cellulose as an anti-caking agent, which is a processed additive that contributes to its level of processing. While the ingredient list is relatively clean, the presence of this additive and the processing level limit its score.

Key ingredients 8

Pasteurized Milk
Very Good

Pasteurized milk is the primary source of protein and calcium in mozzarella, providing essential nutrients in a safe, processed form.

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Cheese Cultures
Very Good

Cheese cultures help develop flavor and texture in mozzarella, supporting digestion and gut health.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Enzymes
Neutral

Enzymes are used to coagulate milk, aiding cheese production without adding any harmful effects.

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Vinegar
Neutral

Vinegar is used in small amounts to help with cheese curdling, with minimal impact on health.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Citric acid helps regulate acidity during cheese making, contributing to flavor and texture.

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Rice Flour
Neutral

Rice flour is used as an anti-caking agent, preventing clumping without harmful effects.

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Powdered Cellulose
Neutral

Powdered cellulose acts as a stabilizer to prevent caking, with no significant health concerns.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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