Balsamic vinegar vs. Tomato sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between balsamic vinegar and tomato sauce?
- Tomato sauce has more copper, vitamin C, and potassium than balsamic vinegar.
- Tomato sauce has 4 times less Sugar than balsamic vinegar. Balsamic vinegar has 14.95g of Sugar, while tomato sauce has 3.56g.
- Tomato sauce is lower in sugar.
- Balsamic vinegar has a higher glycemic index (50) than tomato sauce (31).
We used Vinegar, balsamic and Tomato sauce, canned, no salt added 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 CalciumCalcium | +92.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +15.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +25% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +165.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +33.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +342.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +175% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +42.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -52.2% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
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Vitamin D
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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:
1.2 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
5.31 g
Water:
91.28 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +220.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +215.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +144.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
7.57 g
Fructose:
7.38 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.07 g
Glucose:
1.82 g
Fructose:
1.67 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +315.9% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +341.9% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
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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 minerals |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 88kcal | 24kcal |
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| Protein | 0.49g | 1.2g |
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| Fats | 0g | 0.3g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 7mg |
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| Net carbs | 17.03g | 3.81g |
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| Carbs | 17.03g | 5.31g |
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| Magnesium | 12mg | 15mg |
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| Calcium | 27mg | 14mg |
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| Potassium | 112mg | 297mg |
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| Iron | 0.72mg | 0.96mg |
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| Sugar | 14.95g | 3.56g |
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| Fiber | 1.5g |
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| Copper | 0.026mg | 0.115mg |
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| Zinc | 0.08mg | 0.22mg |
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| Phosphorus | 19mg | 27mg |
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| Sodium | 23mg | 11mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 435IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 22µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.44mg |
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| Manganese | 0.131mg | 0.113mg |
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| Selenium | 0.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.024mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.065mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.991mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.309mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.098mg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.8µg |
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| Folate | 9µg |
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| Choline | 9.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0.041g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.044g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.121g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.009mg |
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| Threonine | 0.037mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.025mg |
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| Leucine | 0.034mg |
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| Lysine | 0.037mg |
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| Methionine | 0.008mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.036mg |
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| Valine | 0.025mg |
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| Histidine | 0.02mg |
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| Fructose | 7.38g | 1.67g |
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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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14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
15%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tomato sauce is lower in Sugar (difference - 11.39g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tomato sauce contains less Sodium (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tomato sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
Tomato sauce is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tomato sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tomato sauce 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 - 0.041g)