Balsamic vinegar vs. Hoisin sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between balsamic vinegar and hoisin sauce
- Hoisin sauce is richer than balsamic vinegar in copper and manganese.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for hoisin sauce is 69% higher.
Food types used in this article are Vinegar, balsamic and Sauce, hoisin, ready-to-serve.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -98.6% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +18.5% |
Contains more IronIron | +40.3% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +392.3% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +300% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +100% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +93.9% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
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:
3.31 g
Fats:
3.39 g
Carbs:
44.08 g
Water:
44.23 g
Other:
4.99 g
Contains more WaterWater | +72.8% |
Contains more OtherOther | +20.8% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +575.5% |
Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +158.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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Lower in price |
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Rich in minerals |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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DV% diff. |
Sodium | 23mg | 1615mg | 69% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.217mg | 17% | |
Fiber | 2.8g | 11% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 1.698g | 11% | |
Copper | 0.026mg | 0.128mg | 11% |
Fructose | 7.38g | 9% | |
Carbs | 17.03g | 44.08g | 9% |
Calories | 88kcal | 220kcal | 7% |
Vitamin B3 | 1.17mg | 7% | |
Folate | 23µg | 6% | |
Protein | 0.49g | 3.31g | 6% |
Manganese | 0.131mg | 0.254mg | 5% |
Fats | 0g | 3.39g | 5% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.062mg | 5% | |
Iron | 0.72mg | 1.01mg | 4% |
Saturated fat | 0g | 0.568g | 3% |
Magnesium | 12mg | 24mg | 3% |
Selenium | 1.8µg | 3% | |
Phosphorus | 19mg | 38mg | 3% |
Vitamin E | 0.28mg | 2% | |
Zinc | 0.08mg | 0.32mg | 2% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.963g | 2% | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.068mg | 1% | |
Choline | 8mg | 1% | |
Calcium | 27mg | 32mg | 1% |
Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% | |
Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
Net carbs | 17.03g | 41.28g | N/A |
Potassium | 112mg | 119mg | 0% |
Sugar | 14.95g | 27.26g | N/A |
Vitamin B1 | 0.004mg | 0% | |
Vitamin K | 0.5µg | 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
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9%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%

40%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Hoisin sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?

Hoisin sauce is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Hoisin sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Hoisin sauce is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Balsamic vinegar is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.31g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 1592mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.568g)