Cauliflower vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between cauliflower and shortbread?
- Cauliflower is higher in vitamin C, yet shortbread is higher in iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin E, manganese, and selenium.
- Cauliflower's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 54% more.
- The amount of sodium in cauliflower is lower.
We used Cauliflower, raw and Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain types 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 | +69.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +239.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +609.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +130.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +81.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +153.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +933.3% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +107.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +159.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +40.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +4822.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2950% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +606% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +423.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +546% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +42.1% |
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:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +2457.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +179.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +9264.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1183.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +35.5% |
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
8.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.708 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.326 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +19629.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +26758.1% |
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:
40.47 g
Sucrose:
20.99 g
Glucose:
0.36 g
Fructose:
0.3 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +161.1% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +223.3% |
| 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 price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.031g | 8.326g | 55% |
| Vitamin C | 48.2mg | 0mg | 54% |
| Fats | 0.28g | 26.22g | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 0.13g | 8.105g | 36% |
| Iron | 0.42mg | 2.98mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.353mg | 25% |
| Calories | 25kcal | 514kcal | 24% |
| Carbs | 4.97g | 63.78g | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.314mg | 20% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.507mg | 3.275mg | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.034g | 6.708g | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 2.44mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 30mg | 353mg | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.155mg | 0.393mg | 10% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 6.2µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.184mg | 0.071mg | 9% |
| Choline | 44.3mg | 0.9mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.667mg | 0.321mg | 7% |
| Protein | 1.92g | 5.37g | 7% |
| Copper | 0.039mg | 0.09mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 299mg | 88mg | 6% |
| Folate | 57µg | 81µg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 15.5µg | 11µg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 44mg | 66mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 1.3g | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.27mg | 0.49mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.97g | 0.3g | 1% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2.97g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.91g | 21.65g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.714g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.076mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.106mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.217mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.065mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.125mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.015g | 0.885g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.033g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.013g | 7.253g | 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
30%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortbread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 64)
Which food is cheaper?
Shortbread is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shortbread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cauliflower is lower in Sugar (difference - 19.74g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cauliflower contains less Sodium (difference - 323mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cauliflower is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.975g)
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.