Arborio rice vs. Gratin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between arborio rice and gratin?
- Arborio rice is richer in folate and iron, yet gratin is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin C, potassium, copper, and vitamin B6.
- Gratin's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 23% higher.
- Arborio rice has 5 times more folate than gratin. Arborio rice has 59µg of folate, while gratin has 11µg.
- Arborio rice contains less saturated fat.
We used Rice, white, short-grain, enriched, cooked and Potatoes, au gratin, home-prepared from recipe using butter 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 IronIron | +128.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +121.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +177.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +150% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +11800% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1423.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +122.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +72.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +242.4% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +156.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +50.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +436.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +625% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +194.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.36 g
Fats:
0.19 g
Carbs:
28.73 g
Water:
68.53 g
Other:
0.19 g
Protein:
5.06 g
Fats:
7.59 g
Carbs:
11.27 g
Water:
74 g
Other:
2.08 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +154.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +114.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3894.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +994.7% |
~equal in
Water
~74g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.051 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.058 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.733 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.149 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.276 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3605.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +452% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.051g | 4.733g | 21% |
| Sodium | 0mg | 433mg | 19% |
| Folate | 59µg | 11µg | 12% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 119mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 26mg | 396mg | 11% |
| Fats | 0.19g | 7.59g | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 9.9mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 33mg | 113mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.46mg | 0.64mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.072mg | 0.16mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.161mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.059mg | 0.174mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 7.5µg | 2.7µg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 23mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.164mg | 0.064mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.016mg | 0.116mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 7% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 64µg | 7% |
| Carbs | 28.73g | 11.27g | 6% |
| Protein | 2.36g | 5.06g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.058g | 2.149g | 5% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 20mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.4mg | 0.69mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.493mg | 0.993mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0.276g | 2% |
| Calories | 130kcal | 132kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 28.73g | 9.47g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.397mg | 0.387mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.084mg | 0.192mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.102mg | 0.284mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.195mg | 0.443mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.085mg | 0.381mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.056mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.126mg | 0.254mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.144mg | 0.325mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0.151mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
12%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Gratin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 69)
Which food is cheaper?
Gratin is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gratin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arborio rice is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arborio rice contains less Sodium (difference - 433mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arborio rice is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.682g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.