Couscous vs. Dulce de Leche — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between couscous and dulce de Leche
- Couscous is richer in selenium, yet dulce de Leche is richer in vitamin B2, phosphorus, calcium, choline, vitamin B12, vitamin B5, and potassium.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for couscous is 45% higher.
- Couscous contains less saturated fat.
- Dulce de Leche has a lower glycemic index than couscous.
Food types used in this article are Couscous, cooked and Dulce de Leche.
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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 IronIron | +123.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +925% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4100% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +918.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +175% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3037.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +503.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +203.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +777.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +293.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +368.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +218.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +36.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +53.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +125.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1200% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +2600% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.79 g
Fats:
0.16 g
Carbs:
23.22 g
Water:
72.57 g
Other:
0.26 g
Protein:
6.84 g
Fats:
7.35 g
Carbs:
55.35 g
Water:
28.71 g
Other:
1.75 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +152.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +80.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4493.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +138.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +573.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.029 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.022 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.064 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.534 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.143 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.375 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +9640.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +485.9% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 27.5µg | 2.7µg | 45% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.027mg | 0.405mg | 29% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 251mg | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 22mg | 193mg | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 0.029g | 4.534g | 20% |
| Choline | 3.3mg | 89.1mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.31µg | 13% |
| Fats | 0.16g | 7.35g | 11% |
| Carbs | 23.22g | 55.35g | 11% |
| Calories | 112kcal | 315kcal | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 29mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 58mg | 350mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.371mg | 0.835mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 74µg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 0g | 6% |
| Protein | 3.79g | 6.84g | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.26mg | 0.79mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 129mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.983mg | 0.21mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.022g | 2.143g | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.063mg | 0.016mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.041mg | 0.004mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.084mg | 0.002mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.051mg | 0.016mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.38mg | 0.17mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 22mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.6mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.064g | 0.375g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 1.3µg | 1% |
| Folate | 15µg | 11µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 6IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 21.82g | 55.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 49.74g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.13mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.1mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.147mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.259mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.073mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.059mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.184mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.162mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.05g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.131g | N/A |
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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
7%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
22%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Dulce de Leche is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Couscous is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Couscous is lower in Sugar (difference - 49.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Couscous contains less Sodium (difference - 124mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Couscous is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.505g)
Which food is cheaper?
Couscous is cheaper (difference - $1.7)
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.