USDA-derived comparison

Brie vs Parmesan

Brie leads for Vitamin B2, Folate and Vitamin B6; Parmesan answers with Calcium, Phosphorus and Protein.

Who each is for: Choose brie for vitamin B2 and folate. Choose parmesan for calcium and phosphorus.

Reviewed 20 July 2026. Generic food data per 100g; brands and preparation vary.

Brie

Typical serving: a 35g wedge (35g)

20/100

More vitamin B2More folateMore vitamin B6
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Parmesan

Typical serving: 2 tbsp, grated (10g)

28/100

More calciumMore phosphorusMore proteinMore selenium
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Side by side, per 100g

The stronger number is highlighted, honestly: higher wins for aim-for nutrients, lower wins for stay-under ones like saturated fat and sodium.

NutrientBrieParmesan
Calories334 kcal420 kcal
Protein21 g28 g
Carbs0 g14 g
Fat28 g28 g
Fiber0 g0 g
Sat fat17 g15 g
Sodium629 mg1,800 mg
Potassium152 mg180 mg
Calcium184 mg853 mg
Iron0.5 mg0.5 mg
Magnesium20 mg34 mg
Zinc2.4 mg4.2 mg
Vitamin C0 mg0 mg
Vitamin D0.5 µg0.5 µg
Vitamin B121.7 µg1.4 µg
Folate65 µg6 µg

Servings differ: a 35g wedge of brie is about 35g, 2 tbsp, grated of parmesan about 10g. Scale accordingly before deciding anything on the 100g basis alone.

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