Chicken fingers vs. Tempeh — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between chicken fingers and tempeh
- Chicken fingers have more vitamin B3, selenium, vitamin B5, and vitamin B6; however, tempeh is higher in copper, manganese, iron, and vitamin B2.
- Tempeh covers your daily copper needs 55% more than chicken fingers.
- Tempeh has less cholesterol.
- The glycemic index of chicken fingers is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Fast foods, chicken tenders and Tempeh.
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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 SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +189.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +552.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +10.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +269.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +711.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +60.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +470.2% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +41% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +211.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +347.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +98.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +26.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
Protein:
20.29 g
Fats:
10.8 g
Carbs:
7.64 g
Water:
59.65 g
Other:
1.62 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +29.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +125.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +81.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27.9% |
~equal in
Protein
~20.29g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.539 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.205 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.3 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +50.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +34.5% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~2.539g
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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| Copper | 0.069mg | 0.56mg | 55% |
| Manganese | 0.228mg | 1.3mg | 47% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.217mg | 2.64mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 769mg | 9mg | 33% |
| Selenium | 17.5µg | 0µg | 32% |
| Iron | 0.73mg | 2.7mg | 25% |
| Vitamin E | 3.17mg | 21% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.244mg | 0.278mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.426mg | 0.215mg | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.179mg | 0.358mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 81mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.783g | 4.3g | 10% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 111mg | 9% |
| Choline | 43.7mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin K | 8µg | 7% | |
| Starch | 17.03g | 7% | |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 5% | |
| Fats | 13.95g | 10.8g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.83g | 3.205g | 4% |
| Calories | 271kcal | 192kcal | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.71mg | 1.14mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.078mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.08µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 17.25g | 7.64g | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 282mg | 266mg | 2% |
| Protein | 19.22g | 20.29g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 373mg | 412mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Folate | 19µg | 24µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.05g | 7.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.052g | 0g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 2.493g | 2.539g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0.194mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.803mg | 0.796mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.845mg | 0.88mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.553mg | 1.43mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.616mg | 0.908mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.518mg | 0.175mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.437mg | 0.893mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0.92mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.655mg | 0.466mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g | 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
42%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
73%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tempeh is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 760mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 31)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tempeh is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken fingers is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.046g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)