Chorizo vs. Peanut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between chorizo and peanuts?
- Chorizo is richer in vitamin B12, while peanuts are higher in copper, manganese, folate, vitamin E, vitamin B3, iron, and magnesium.
- Peanuts' daily need coverage for copper is 118% higher.
- Peanuts are lower in sodium.
- Chorizo has a higher glycemic index (28) than peanuts (13).
We used Chorizo, pork and beef and Peanuts, all types, raw types in this comparison.
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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 | +193.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +833.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1050% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +77.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +188.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1330% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +150.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4735% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +122.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +52.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +84.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +3686.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +135.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +57.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +11900% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +390% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +68.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +28.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +767.2% |
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Protein
~25.8g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -56.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +32.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +349.7% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.08mg | 1.144mg | 118% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2µg | 0µg | 83% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 1.934mg | 82% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.46g | 15.558g | 81% |
| Folate | 2µg | 240µg | 60% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 8.33mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 1235mg | 18mg | 53% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.131mg | 12.066mg | 43% |
| Saturated fat | 14.38g | 6.279g | 37% |
| Iron | 1.59mg | 4.58mg | 37% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 168mg | 36% |
| Fiber | 0g | 8.5g | 34% |
| Phosphorus | 150mg | 376mg | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 0mg | 29% |
| Selenium | 21.1µg | 7.2µg | 25% |
| Fats | 38.27g | 49.24g | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 18.4g | 24.426g | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.53mg | 0.348mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.135mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 1.767mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 398mg | 705mg | 9% |
| Choline | 96.7mg | 52.5mg | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 1.5µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 92mg | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 61IU | 0IU | 8% |
| Calories | 455kcal | 567kcal | 6% |
| Carbs | 1.86g | 16.13g | 5% |
| Protein | 24.1g | 25.8g | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.63mg | 0.64mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Zinc | 3.41mg | 3.27mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.86g | 7.63g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 4.72g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0.25mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.473mg | 0.883mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 2.206mg | 0.907mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.708mg | 1.672mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.414mg | 0.926mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.317mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 1.377mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.914mg | 1.082mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.721mg | 0.652mg | 0% |
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
65%
75%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
131%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Peanut is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peanut contains less Sodium (difference - 1217mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peanut is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.101g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peanut is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Peanut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.72g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chorizo is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
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.