Green beans vs. Russet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Green beans and Russet potato different?
- Green beans are higher in Vitamin K, however, Russet potato is richer in Vitamin B6, Potassium, Vitamin B5, Phosphorus, Copper, and Iron.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin K from Green beans is 38% higher.
Beans, snap, green, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt and Potatoes, Russet, flesh and skin, baked are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +144.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +25% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +66.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +276.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +64.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +87.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +40% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +144.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +150% |
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 | +16.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +6230% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +557.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +102.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2295% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +26.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +12.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +119.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +413.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +532.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.89 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
7.88 g
Water:
89.22 g
Other:
0.73 g
Protein:
2.63 g
Fats:
0.13 g
Carbs:
21.44 g
Water:
74.45 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +115.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +39.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +172.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +84.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.064 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.145 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.032 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.003 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.054 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +266.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +168.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -50% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 35kcal | 97kcal |
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| Protein | 1.89g | 2.63g |
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| Fats | 0.28g | 0.13g |
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| Vitamin C | 9.7mg | 8.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 4.68g | 19.14g |
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| Carbs | 7.88g | 21.44g |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 30mg |
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| Calcium | 44mg | 18mg |
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| Potassium | 146mg | 550mg |
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| Iron | 0.65mg | 1.07mg |
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| Sugar | 3.63g | 1.08g |
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| Fiber | 3.2g | 2.3g |
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| Copper | 0.057mg | 0.107mg |
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| Zinc | 0.25mg | 0.35mg |
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| Starch | 17.45g |
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| Phosphorus | 29mg | 71mg |
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| Sodium | 1mg | 14mg |
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| Vitamin A | 633IU | 10IU |
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| Vitamin A | 32µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.07mg |
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| Manganese | 0.285mg | 0.228mg |
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| Selenium | 0.2µg | 0.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.074mg | 0.067mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.097mg | 0.048mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.614mg | 1.348mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.074mg | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 0.354mg |
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| Vitamin K | 47.9µg | 2µg |
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| Folate | 33µg | 26µg |
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| Choline | 16.9mg | 15mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.064g | 0.032g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.011g | 0.003g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.145g | 0.054g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.02mg | 0.027mg |
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| Threonine | 0.082mg | 0.086mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.069mg | 0.085mg |
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| Leucine | 0.116mg | 0.125mg |
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| Lysine | 0.091mg | 0.137mg |
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| Methionine | 0.023mg | 0.041mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.069mg | 0.104mg |
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| Valine | 0.093mg | 0.131mg |
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| Histidine | 0.035mg | 0.044mg |
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| Fructose | 0.32g |
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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
23%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Russet potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.55g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Russet potato is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.032g)
Which food is cheaper?
Russet potato is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Russet potato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Green beans contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Green beans is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Green beans is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)