Beetroot vs. Sweet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are beetroot and sweet potatoes different?
- Beetroot is richer in folate, while sweet potatoes are higher in vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin B5, copper, manganese, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, and vitamin B2.
- Sweet potatoes cover your daily need for vitamin A, 107% more than beetroot.
- Beetroot contains 18 times more folate than sweet potatoes. Beetroot contains 109µg of folate, while sweet potatoes contain 6µg.
Beets, raw and Sweet potato, cooked, baked in skin, flesh, without salt types were 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 IronIron | +15.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +250% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +17.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +137.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +46.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +114.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +35% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -53.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +51.1% |
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 FolateFolate | +1716.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +47950% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1675% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +245.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +165% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +345.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +470.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +326.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1050% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +118.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.61 g
Fats:
0.17 g
Carbs:
9.56 g
Water:
87.58 g
Other:
1.08 g
Protein:
2.01 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
20.71 g
Water:
75.78 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +13.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +116.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +25% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.027 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.06 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.052 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.092 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -48.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1500% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +53.3% |
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 | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 2µg | 961µg | 107% |
| Folate | 109µg | 6µg | 26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.067mg | 0.286mg | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 4.9mg | 19.6mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.155mg | 0.884mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.075mg | 0.161mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.334mg | 1.487mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.329mg | 0.497mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.107mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.106mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 9.56g | 20.71g | 4% |
| Potassium | 325mg | 475mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.04mg | 0.71mg | 4% |
| Starch | 7.05g | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 2.3µg | 2% |
| Calories | 43kcal | 90kcal | 2% |
| Sodium | 78mg | 36mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 38mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 40mg | 54mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 3.3g | 2% |
| Choline | 6mg | 13.1mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 27mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.5g | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 0.69mg | 1% |
| Protein | 1.61g | 2.01g | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.17g | 0.15g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 6.76g | 17.41g | N/A |
| Sugar | 6.76g | 6.48g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.35mg | 0.32mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.027g | 0.052g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.032g | 0.002g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.06g | 0.092g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.019mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.047mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.048mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.068mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.058mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.018mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.046mg | 0.114mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.056mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.021mg | 0.039mg | 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
12%
47%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
25%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sweet potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.28g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sweet potato contains less Sodium (difference - 42mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Sweet potato is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sweet potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beetroot is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.025g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beetroot is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.