Coriander seeds vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Coriander seeds and Cayenne pepper
- Coriander seeds have more Iron, Copper, Fiber, Calcium, Magnesium, and Selenium, however, Cayenne pepper have more Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin A from Cayenne pepper is 231% higher.
- Cayenne pepper has 5 times less Calcium than Coriander seeds. Coriander seeds have 709mg of Calcium, while Cayenne pepper has 148mg.
Food types used in this article are Spices, coriander seed and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +117.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +379.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +109.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +161.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +89.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +39.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +197.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +59% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.3% |
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 | +263.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +37.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +216.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +308.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.37 g
Fats:
17.77 g
Carbs:
54.99 g
Water:
8.86 g
Other:
6.01 g
Protein:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
~equal in
Protein
~12.01g
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Fats
~17.27g
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Carbs
~56.63g
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Water
~8.05g
~equal in
Other
~6.04g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.99 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
13.58 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.75 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.26 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.37 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -69.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +393.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +378.3% |
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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| Calories | 298kcal | 318kcal |
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| Protein | 12.37g | 12.01g |
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| Fats | 17.77g | 17.27g |
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| Vitamin C | 21mg | 76.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 13.09g | 29.43g |
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| Carbs | 54.99g | 56.63g |
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| Magnesium | 330mg | 152mg |
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| Calcium | 709mg | 148mg |
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| Potassium | 1267mg | 2014mg |
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| Iron | 16.32mg | 7.8mg |
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| Sugar | 10.34g |
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| Fiber | 41.9g | 27.2g |
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| Copper | 0.975mg | 0.373mg |
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| Zinc | 4.7mg | 2.48mg |
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| Phosphorus | 409mg | 293mg |
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| Sodium | 35mg | 30mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 41610IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 2081µg |
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| Vitamin E | 29.83mg |
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| Manganese | 1.9mg | 2mg |
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| Selenium | 26.2µg | 8.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.239mg | 0.328mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.919mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.13mg | 8.701mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 2.45mg |
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| Vitamin K | 80.3µg |
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| Folate | 0µg | 106µg |
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| Choline | 51.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.99g | 3.26g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 13.58g | 2.75g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.75g | 8.37g |
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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
18%
360%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
220%
125%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Coriander seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.34g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Coriander seeds is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.27g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coriander seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Coriander seeds is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Coriander seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cayenne pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)