Balsamic vinegar vs. Olive oil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between balsamic vinegar and olive oil
- Olive oil has less manganese.
- Olive oil's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 69% more.
- Olive oil is lower in sugar.
- Balsamic vinegar has a higher glycemic index than olive oil.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Vinegar, balsamic and Oil, olive, salad or cooking.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2600% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11100% |
Contains more IronIron | +28.6% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.3% |
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.
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.49 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
17.03 g
Water:
76.45 g
Other:
6.03 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
100 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0 g
Other:
0 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Contains more WaterWater | +∞% |
Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
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 Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in price |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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DV% diff. |
Monounsaturated fat | 72.961g | 182% | |
Fats | 0g | 100g | 154% |
Vitamin E | 14.35mg | 96% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 10.523g | 70% | |
Saturated fat | 0g | 13.808g | 63% |
Vitamin K | 60.2µg | 50% | |
Calories | 88kcal | 884kcal | 40% |
Fructose | 7.38g | 9% | |
Manganese | 0.131mg | 0mg | 6% |
Carbs | 17.03g | 0g | 6% |
Copper | 0.026mg | 0mg | 3% |
Phosphorus | 19mg | 0mg | 3% |
Potassium | 112mg | 1mg | 3% |
Calcium | 27mg | 1mg | 3% |
Magnesium | 12mg | 0mg | 3% |
Iron | 0.72mg | 0.56mg | 2% |
Protein | 0.49g | 0g | 1% |
Sodium | 23mg | 2mg | 1% |
Zinc | 0.08mg | 0mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 17.03g | 0g | N/A |
Sugar | 14.95g | 0g | N/A |
Choline | 0.3mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?


is better in case of low diet
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Low Calories diet |
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Low Fats diet |
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Low Carbs diet |
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Low Glycemic Index 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
0%

34%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%

2%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Olive oil is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.95g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Olive oil contains less Sodium (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Olive oil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?

Olive oil is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Olive oil is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.808g)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Balsamic vinegar is relatively richer in minerals