Cauliflower vs. Red potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Cauliflower and Red potato
- Cauliflower has more Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, and Vitamin B5, however, Red potato is higher in Copper, Potassium, and Vitamin B3.
- Cauliflower covers your daily need of Vitamin C 40% more than Red potato.
- Cauliflower has 6 times more Vitamin K than Red potato. While Cauliflower has 15.5µg of Vitamin K, Red potato has only 2.8µg.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cauliflower, raw and Potatoes, red, flesh and skin, baked.
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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 more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +86.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +82.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +66.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +346.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +48.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +63.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -60% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +11.6% |
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 CVitamin C | +282.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +95.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +453.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +111.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +134.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +44% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +214.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +15.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.92 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
4.97 g
Water:
92.07 g
Other:
0.76 g
Protein:
2.3 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
19.59 g
Water:
76.67 g
Other:
1.29 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +86.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +20.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +19.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +294.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +69.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.13 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.034 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.031 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.026 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.043 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1600% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -80% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +38.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.94 g
Fructose:
0.97 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
15.15 g
Sucrose:
0.45 g
Glucose:
0.55 g
Fructose:
0.44 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +70.9% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +120.5% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| 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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 25kcal | 89kcal |
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| Protein | 1.92g | 2.3g |
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| Fats | 0.28g | 0.15g |
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| Vitamin C | 48.2mg | 12.6mg |
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| Net carbs | 2.97g | 17.79g |
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| Carbs | 4.97g | 19.59g |
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| Magnesium | 15mg | 28mg |
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| Calcium | 22mg | 9mg |
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| Potassium | 299mg | 545mg |
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| Iron | 0.42mg | 0.7mg |
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| Sugar | 1.91g | 1.43g |
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| Fiber | 2g | 1.8g |
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| Copper | 0.039mg | 0.174mg |
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| Zinc | 0.27mg | 0.4mg |
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| Starch | 15.15g |
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| Phosphorus | 44mg | 72mg |
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| Sodium | 30mg | 12mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 10IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 0.08mg | |
| Manganese | 0.155mg | 0.173mg |
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| Selenium | 0.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.072mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.507mg | 1.595mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.667mg | 0.341mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.184mg | 0.212mg |
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| Vitamin K | 15.5µg | 2.8µg |
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| Folate | 57µg | 27µg |
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| Choline | 44.3mg | 18.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.13g | 0.026g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.034g | 0.002g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.031g | 0.043g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.02mg | 0.023mg |
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| Threonine | 0.076mg | 0.075mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.071mg | 0.074mg |
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| Leucine | 0.106mg | 0.109mg |
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| Lysine | 0.217mg | 0.12mg |
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| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0.035mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.065mg | 0.091mg |
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| Valine | 0.125mg | 0.115mg |
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| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0.039mg |
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| Fructose | 0.97g | 0.44g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.015g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.013g |
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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
30%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
13%
22%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Red potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.48g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Red potato contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Red potato is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.104g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Red potato is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
Which food is cheaper?
Red potato is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Red potato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.