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Greek Tzatziki vs. Greek yogurt — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Greek Tzatziki and Greek yogurt?

  • Greek Tzatziki is richer in Fiber, Iron, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B1, and Folate, yet Greek yogurt is richer in Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, and Vitamin B2.
  • Greek Tzatziki's daily need coverage for Fiber is 24% higher.
  • Greek yogurt contains less Sodium.

We used KASHI Pizza, Greek Tzatziki, single serve, frozen, unprepared and Yogurt, Greek, plain, whole milk types in this comparison.

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Mineral Comparison

Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Contains more Calcium +16%
Contains more Iron +∞%
Contains more Potassium +31.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +58.8%
Contains less Sodium -89.1%
Equal in Zinc - 0.52
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 35% 49% 0% 37% 17% 43% 14% 0% 0% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 30% 0% 8% 58% 13% 5% 15% 6% 2% 53%
Contains more Calcium +16%
Contains more Iron +∞%
Contains more Potassium +31.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +58.8%
Contains less Sodium -89.1%
Equal in Zinc - 0.52

Vitamin Comparison

Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
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Contains more Vitamin B1 +769.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1198.1%
Contains more Folate +460%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +39%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +150%
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 0.063
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 50% 47% 51% 0% 14% 22% 38% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 1% 1% 0% 0% 6% 65% 4% 20% 15% 4% 94% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +769.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1198.1%
Contains more Folate +460%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +39%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +150%
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 0.063

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +23.3%
Contains more Fats +32%
Contains more Carbs +646.2%
Contains more Other +775%
Contains more Water +75.6%
11% 7% 30% 46% 6%
Protein: 11.1 g
Fats: 6.6 g
Carbs: 29.7 g
Water: 46.3 g
Other: 6.3 g
9% 5% 4% 81%
Protein: 9 g
Fats: 5 g
Carbs: 3.98 g
Water: 81.3 g
Other: 0.72 g
Contains more Protein +23.3%
Contains more Fats +32%
Contains more Carbs +646.2%
Contains more Other +775%
Contains more Water +75.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +134.5%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +25.6%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 2.395
45% 33% 22%
Saturated Fat: 2.3 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.7 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.1 g
48% 43% 9%
Saturated Fat: 2.395 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.136 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.469 g
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +134.5%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +25.6%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 2.395

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Greek Tzatziki Greek yogurt
Lower in Sodium ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Greek Tzatziki Greek yogurt Opinion
Net carbs 23.8g 3.98g Greek Tzatziki
Protein 11.1g 9g Greek Tzatziki
Fats 6.6g 5g Greek Tzatziki
Carbs 29.7g 3.98g Greek Tzatziki
Calories 203kcal 97kcal Greek Tzatziki
Sugar 2.7g 4g Greek Tzatziki
Fiber 5.9g 0g Greek Tzatziki
Calcium 116mg 100mg Greek Tzatziki
Iron 1.3mg 0mg Greek Tzatziki
Magnesium 11mg Greek yogurt
Phosphorus 85mg 135mg Greek yogurt
Potassium 185mg 141mg Greek Tzatziki
Sodium 322mg 35mg Greek yogurt
Zinc 0.5mg 0.52mg Greek yogurt
Copper 0.017mg Greek yogurt
Manganese 0.009mg Greek yogurt
Selenium 9.7µg Greek yogurt
Vitamin A 0IU 15IU Greek yogurt
Vitamin A RAE 2µg Greek yogurt
Vitamin E 0.01mg Greek yogurt
Vitamin B1 0.2mg 0.023mg Greek Tzatziki
Vitamin B2 0.2mg 0.278mg Greek yogurt
Vitamin B3 2.7mg 0.208mg Greek Tzatziki
Vitamin B5 0.331mg Greek yogurt
Vitamin B6 0.06mg 0.063mg Greek yogurt
Folate 28µg 5µg Greek Tzatziki
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 0.75µg Greek yogurt
Cholesterol 10mg 13mg Greek Tzatziki
Saturated Fat 2.3g 2.395g Greek Tzatziki
Omega-3 - DHA 0.004g Greek yogurt
Monounsaturated Fat 1.7g 2.136g Greek yogurt
Polyunsaturated fat 1.1g 0.469g Greek Tzatziki
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.209g Greek yogurt
Omega-3 - ALA 0.023g Greek yogurt

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Greek Tzatziki Greek yogurt
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score

The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
Greek Tzatziki
17%
Greek yogurt
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
Greek Tzatziki
19%
Greek yogurt

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Greek yogurt
Greek yogurt contains less Sodium (difference - 287mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Greek yogurt
Greek yogurt is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Greek Tzatziki
Greek Tzatziki is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.3g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Greek Tzatziki
Greek Tzatziki is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Greek Tzatziki
Greek Tzatziki is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.095g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Greek Tzatziki
Greek Tzatziki is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Greek yogurt - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171304/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.