Amaranth vs. Pasta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
What are the main differences between amaranth and pasta?
- Amaranth is richer in manganese, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, copper, and vitamin B6, yet pasta is richer in vitamin B1, folate, and vitamin B2.
- Amaranth's daily need coverage for manganese is 27% higher.
- Amaranth has 4 times more magnesium than pasta. Amaranth has 65mg of magnesium, while pasta has 18mg.
- Pasta has a lower glycemic index than amaranth.
We used Amaranth grain, cooked and Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked types in this comparison.
Infographic
Infographic link
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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +261.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +683.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +462.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +84.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +60.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +53.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +134.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +281.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +232.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1293.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +581.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +322.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +190.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +50.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +148.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +35.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +33.4% |
~equal in
Water
~68.56g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Rich in vitamins |
|
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated fat |
|
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sodium | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
DV% diff. |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.224mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.209mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 1.14mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 63mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 11% | |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 18mg | 11% |
| Folate | 22µg | 64µg | 11% |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.15mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 8% | |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.034mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.14µg | 6% | |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.093mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 0.992mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 47mg | 6mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 0.56mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 24mg | 3% |
| Protein | 3.8g | 5.15g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.429g | 3% | |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 24.93g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15g | 1% | |
| Calories | 102kcal | 131kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 1% | |
| Fats | 1.58g | 1.05g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 24.93g | N/A |
| Sodium | 6mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.124g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.065mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.348mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.097mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.079mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.247mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.103mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
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
5%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pasta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 48)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pasta is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.15g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Amaranth is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
?
The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
?
The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (6 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
?
The foods are relatively equal in price ($3)