Beef tenderloin vs. Pepperoni — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between beef tenderloin and pepperoni?
- Beef tenderloin is richer in vitamin B12, iron, and zinc, while pepperoni is higher in manganese, vitamin B1, vitamin B5, vitamin B3, and selenium.
- Pepperoni's daily need coverage for sodium is 66% higher.
- Pepperoni has 2 times less iron than beef tenderloin. Beef tenderloin has 3.11mg of iron, while pepperoni has 1.33mg.
- Beef tenderloin is lower in saturated fat.
- Pepperoni has a higher glycemic index (28) than beef tenderloin (0).
We used Beef, tenderloin, roast, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, roasted and Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +22.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +20.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +133.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +35.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +65.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +28.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +111.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +7571.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +26.6% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +89.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +60% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +77.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +201.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +66.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +272% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +44.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.9 g
Fats:
24.6 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
48.37 g
Other:
3.13 g
Protein:
19.25 g
Fats:
46.28 g
Carbs:
1.18 g
Water:
28.55 g
Other:
4.74 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +69.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +88.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +51.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.72 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.708 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
20.77 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.458 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -45.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +102.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +345.8% |
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 57mg | 1582mg | 66% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.46µg | 1.3µg | 48% |
| Manganese | 0.014mg | 1.074mg | 46% |
| Saturated fat | 9.72g | 17.708g | 36% |
| Fats | 24.6g | 46.28g | 33% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.27g | 20.77g | 26% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1g | 4.458g | 23% |
| Iron | 3.11mg | 1.33mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.271mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 4.03mg | 2.44mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.25mg | 0.93mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 4.987mg | 12% |
| Selenium | 22.9µg | 29µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.25mg | 0.362mg | 9% |
| Protein | 23.9g | 19.25g | 9% |
| Calories | 324kcal | 504kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.03mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3µg | 7% | |
| Choline | 91mg | 51.2mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 52IU | 7% | |
| Phosphorus | 203mg | 158mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 5.8µg | 5% | |
| Copper | 0.123mg | 0.091mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 97mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 331mg | 274mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 19mg | 1% |
| Folate | 8µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0g | 1.18g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 1.18g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.26mg | 0.257mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 1.527g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.268mg | 0.23mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.044mg | 0.869mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.075mg | 0.901mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.889mg | 1.575mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.989mg | 1.652mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.612mg | 0.511mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.933mg | 0.778mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.163mg | 0.987mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.818mg | 0.688mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.164g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.04g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.136g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.605g | N/A |
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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
44%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Beef tenderloin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beef tenderloin contains less Sodium (difference - 1525mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beef tenderloin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.988g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef tenderloin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Beef tenderloin is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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