Black pepper vs. Paprika — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are black pepper and paprika different?
- Black pepper is richer in manganese, vitamin K, and copper, while paprika is higher in vitamin A, vitamin E, iron, vitamin B6, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, and fiber.
- Paprika covers your daily need for vitamin A, 974% more than black pepper.
- Black pepper contains 8 times more manganese than paprika. Black pepper contains 12.753mg of manganese, while paprika contains 1.59mg.
- Black pepper has a higher glycemic index (32) than paprika (0).
Spices, pepper, black and Spices, paprika 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 CalciumCalcium | +93.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +86.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -70.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +702.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +71.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +117.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +263.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +98.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +28.6% |
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 KVitamin K | +103.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +9022.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2698.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +205.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +583.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +780.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +79.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +635.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +188.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +355.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.39 g
Fats:
3.26 g
Carbs:
63.95 g
Water:
12.46 g
Other:
9.94 g
Protein:
14.14 g
Fats:
12.89 g
Carbs:
53.99 g
Water:
11.24 g
Other:
7.74 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +28.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +36.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +295.4% |
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Water
~11.24g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.392 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.998 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.14 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.695 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.766 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -35% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +129.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +678.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.02 g
Glucose:
0.24 g
Fructose:
0.23 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.15 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.81 g
Glucose:
2.63 g
Fructose:
6.71 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.19 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +3950% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +995.8% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +2817.4% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +26.7% |
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Starch
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Lactose
~0g
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Maltose
~0g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 12.753mg | 1.59mg | 485% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 2463µg | 271% |
| Vitamin E | 1.04mg | 29.1mg | 187% |
| Iron | 9.71mg | 21.14mg | 143% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.291mg | 2.141mg | 142% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 1.23mg | 81% |
| Vitamin K | 163.7µg | 80.3µg | 70% |
| Copper | 1.33mg | 0.713mg | 69% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.143mg | 10.06mg | 56% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.998g | 7.766g | 45% |
| Fiber | 25.3g | 34.9g | 38% |
| Zinc | 1.19mg | 4.33mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 1329mg | 2280mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.399mg | 2.51mg | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 314mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 443mg | 229mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.108mg | 0.33mg | 19% |
| Fats | 3.26g | 12.89g | 15% |
| Folate | 17µg | 49µg | 8% |
| Fructose | 0.23g | 6.71g | 8% |
| Protein | 10.39g | 14.14g | 8% |
| Choline | 11.3mg | 51.5mg | 7% |
| Selenium | 4.9µg | 6.3µg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.392g | 2.14g | 3% |
| Carbs | 63.95g | 53.99g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.739g | 1.695g | 2% |
| Calories | 251kcal | 282kcal | 2% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 68mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 171mg | 178mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.9mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 38.65g | 19.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.64g | 10.34g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.058mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.244mg | 0.49mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.366mg | 0.57mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.014mg | 0.92mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.244mg | 0.69mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.096mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.446mg | 0.61mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.547mg | 0.75mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.159mg | 0.25mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.152g | 0.453g | N/A |
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
54%
221%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
297%
193%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Paprika is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Paprika is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Paprika is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Black pepper is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.7g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Black pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Black pepper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.748g)
Which food is cheaper?
Black pepper is cheaper (difference - $0.1)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)