Mozzarella cheese ball by Sainsbury's

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Mozzarella cheese ball

by Sainsbury's 220 / 125 g in Cow mozzarella Barcode 01489187

mozzarella cheese ball

Nutri-Score
Average nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Processed food
Green-Score
c
Environmental impact estimate

Mozzarella cheese ball by Sainsbury's provides 250 kcal per 100 g, with 1.5 g of sugars and 18 g of protein. That is 80% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Cow mozzarella category and comes in a 220 / 125 g pack. Contains: milk.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
19 g · High
Saturated fat
13 g · High
Sugars
1.5 g · Low
Salt
0.3 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 250 kcal 237 +5%
Total fat 19 g 17.8 +7%
Saturated fat 13 g 11.8 +10%
Carbohydrates 1.5 g 1.1 +42%
Total sugars 1.5 g 0.8 +80%
Added sugars 0 g 0
Dietary fiber 0.5 g 0 +1093%
Protein 18 g 18.3
Salt 0.3 g 0.7 −53%

Category average across 199 Cow mozzarella products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other cow mozzarella

Calories higher 23%
Sugars higher 14%
Salt lower 7%
Saturated fat higher 33%
Protein top 53%
Fiber top 8%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

mozzarella cheese (cow's _milk_), acidity regulator (Citric Acid)

Palm oil freeNot veganMaybe vegetarian
Allergens
Milk

Additives 1

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Quantity
220 / 125 g
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
01489187

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Mozzarella cheese ball?

Mozzarella cheese ball contains 250 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Mozzarella cheese ball?

Mozzarella cheese ball has 1.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Mozzarella cheese ball healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Is Mozzarella cheese ball vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Mozzarella cheese ball contain?

According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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