USDA-derived comparison

Goat Cheese vs Parmesan

Goat Cheese leads for Iron and Vitamin B6; Parmesan answers with Calcium, Phosphorus and Vitamin B12.

Who each is for: Choose goat Cheese for iron and vitamin B6. Choose parmesan for calcium and phosphorus.

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

Goat Cheese

Typical serving: a 40g portion (40g)

13/100

More ironMore vitamin B6
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Parmesan

Typical serving: 2 tbsp, grated (10g)

28/100

More calciumMore phosphorusMore vitamin B12More protein
Full Parmesan page

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.

NutrientGoat CheeseParmesan
Calories264 kcal420 kcal
Protein19 g28 g
Carbs0 g14 g
Fat21 g28 g
Fiber0 g0 g
Sat fat15 g15 g
Sodium459 mg1,800 mg
Potassium26 mg180 mg
Calcium140 mg853 mg
Iron1.9 mg0.5 mg
Magnesium16 mg34 mg
Zinc0.9 mg4.2 mg
Vitamin C0 mg0 mg
Vitamin D0.4 µg0.5 µg
Vitamin B120.2 µg1.4 µg
Folate12 µg6 µg

Servings differ: a 40g portion of goat cheese is about 40g, 2 tbsp, grated of parmesan about 10g. Scale accordingly before deciding anything on the 100g basis alone.

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