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Chorizo vs. Coriander — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between chorizo and coriander

  • Chorizo is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B1, selenium, and vitamin B6, yet coriander is richer in vitamin K, vitamin A, and vitamin C.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin K for coriander is 257% higher.
  • Coriander contains less cholesterol.

Food types used in this article are Chorizo, pork and beef and Coriander (cilantro) leaves, raw.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 13% 2.4% 35% 60% 27% 93% 64% 161% 5.2% 115%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 19% 20% 46% 66% 75% 14% 21% 6% 56% 4.9%
Contains more ZincZinc +582%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +212.5%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +2244.4%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +44.4%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +737.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +30.9%
Contains more IronIron +11.3%
Contains more CopperCopper +181.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -96.3%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +965%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 4.4% 23% 158% 69% 96% 67% 122% 250% 4% 1.5% 53%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 90% 112% 50% 0% 17% 37% 21% 34% 34% 0% 775% 47% 7%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +840.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +85.2%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +360.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +96.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +255.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +655.5%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +1036.4%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +19275%
Contains more FolateFolate +3000%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
24% 38% 2% 32% 4%
Protein: 24.1 g
Fats: 38.27 g
Carbs: 1.86 g
Water: 31.85 g
Other: 3.92 g
2% 4% 92%
Protein: 2.13 g
Fats: 0.52 g
Carbs: 3.67 g
Water: 92.21 g
Other: 1.47 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +1031.5%
Contains more FatsFats +7259.6%
Contains more OtherOther +166.7%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +97.3%
Contains more WaterWater +189.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
40% 51% 10%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 14.38 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.46 g
4% 84% 12%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.014 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.275 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.04 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +6590.9%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +8550%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -99.9%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Chorizo Coriander
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Chorizo Coriander DV% diff.
Vitamin K 1.6µg 310µg 257%
Vitamin B12 2µg 0µg 83%
Saturated fat 14.38g 0.014g 65%
Fats 38.27g 0.52g 58%
Sodium 1235mg 46mg 52%
Vitamin B1 0.63mg 0.067mg 47%
Monounsaturated fat 18.4g 0.275g 45%
Protein 24.1g 2.13g 44%
Selenium 21.1µg 0.9µg 37%
Vitamin A 0µg 337µg 37%
Vitamin C 0mg 27mg 30%
Cholesterol 88mg 0mg 29%
Vitamin B6 0.53mg 0.149mg 29%
Zinc 3.41mg 0.5mg 26%
Vitamin B3 5.131mg 1.114mg 25%
Polyunsaturated fat 3.46g 0.04g 23%
Calories 455kcal 23kcal 22%
Manganese 0.04mg 0.426mg 17%
Copper 0.08mg 0.225mg 16%
Phosphorus 150mg 48mg 15%
Choline 96.7mg 12.8mg 15%
Folate 2µg 62µg 15%
Vitamin E 0.22mg 2.5mg 15%
Fiber 0g 2.8g 11%
Vitamin B2 0.3mg 0.162mg 11%
Vitamin B5 1.12mg 0.57mg 11%
Vitamin D 61IU 0IU 8%
Vitamin D 1.5µg 0µg 8%
Calcium 8mg 67mg 6%
Potassium 398mg 521mg 4%
Iron 1.59mg 1.77mg 2%
Magnesium 18mg 26mg 2%
Carbs 1.86g 3.67g 1%
Net carbs 1.86g 0.87g N/A
Sugar 0g 0.87g N/A
Tryptophan 0.278mg 0%
Threonine 1.473mg 0%
Isoleucine 2.206mg 0%
Leucine 1.708mg 0%
Lysine 2.414mg 0%
Methionine 0.47mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.149mg 0%
Valine 0.914mg 0%
Histidine 0.721mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Chorizo Coriander
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
65%
Chorizo
94%
Coriander
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
Chorizo
33%
Coriander

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Coriander
Coriander is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coriander
Coriander contains less Sodium (difference - 1189mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Coriander
Coriander is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.366g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.87g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chorizo
Chorizo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is cheaper?
Chorizo
Chorizo is cheaper (difference - $2)
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.
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Chorizo - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173859/nutrients
  2. Coriander - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169997/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.