USDA-derived comparison

Greek Yogurt vs Parmesan

Parmesan leads for Calcium, Phosphorus and Vitamin B12 per 100g, while Greek Yogurt holds its own elsewhere.

Who each is for: Choose parmesan for calcium and phosphorus.

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

Greek Yogurt

Typical serving: 1 pot (170g)

8/100

No clear per-100g leads, which is a result in itself.

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Parmesan

Typical serving: 2 tbsp, grated (10g)

28/100

More calciumMore phosphorusMore vitamin B12More protein
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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.

NutrientGreek YogurtParmesan
Calories59 kcal420 kcal
Protein10 g28 g
Carbs4 g14 g
Fat0 g28 g
Fiber0 g0 g
Sat fat0 g15 g
Sodium36 mg1,800 mg
Potassium141 mg180 mg
Calcium110 mg853 mg
Iron0.1 mg0.5 mg
Magnesium11 mg34 mg
Zinc0.5 mg4.2 mg
Vitamin C0 mg0 mg
Vitamin D0 µg0.5 µg
Vitamin B120.8 µg1.4 µg
Folate7 µg6 µg

Servings differ: 1 pot of greek yogurt is about 170g, 2 tbsp, grated of parmesan about 10g. Scale accordingly before deciding anything on the 100g basis alone.

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