Wegmans Fresh Mozzarella Cheese (Ball), 8 oz — MUNCH

Munch or Dump rates Wegmans Fresh Mozzarella Cheese (Ball), 8 oz by Wegmans MUNCH — score 88/90.

This is what cheese should look like: pasteurized milk, vinegar, enzymes, salt. Four ingredients, no additives, no anti-caking agents. It is also naturally lower in sodium than aged cheeses, which makes it the standout of the bunch.

Why this verdict

• Clean four-ingredient list with nothing artificial
• No fillers, colors, or anti-caking agents
• Notably lower sodium than shredded or aged cheeses
• Whole, minimally processed fresh dairy
• Real protein and calcium with no added sugar

Ingredients (4)

• pasteurized milk (safe) — Whole-food dairy base of any real cheese.
• vinegar (safe) — Mild preservative and flavor enhancer.
• enzymes (safe) — Microbial rennet that coagulates the milk. Standard and harmless; also makes this vegetarian-friendly.
• Salt (moderate) — Used in moderation, might exceed necessary amount.