Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between cowpea (Black-eyed pea) and chorizo
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has more folate and fiber; however, chorizo has more vitamin B12, vitamin B1, selenium, vitamin B6, and vitamin B3.
- Chorizo's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 83% more.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in saturated fat.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has a higher glycemic index than chorizo.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt and Chorizo, pork and beef.
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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 | +194.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +200% |
| Contains more IronIron | +57.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +235% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1087.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +43.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +164.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +744% |
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 | +27.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +10300% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +211.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +445.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +936.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +172.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +430% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +200.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.73 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
20.76 g
Water:
70.04 g
Other:
0.94 g
Protein:
24.1 g
Fats:
38.27 g
Carbs:
1.86 g
Water:
31.85 g
Other:
3.92 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1016.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +119.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +211.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +7120.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +317% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.138 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.225 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
14.38 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +41718.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1437.8% |
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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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2µg | 83% |
| Saturated fat | 0.138g | 14.38g | 65% |
| Fats | 0.53g | 38.27g | 58% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 1235mg | 54% |
| Folate | 208µg | 2µg | 52% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.044g | 18.4g | 46% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.202mg | 0.63mg | 36% |
| Selenium | 2.5µg | 21.1µg | 34% |
| Protein | 7.73g | 24.1g | 33% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.53mg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 88mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.495mg | 5.131mg | 29% |
| Fiber | 6.5g | 0g | 26% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.225g | 3.46g | 22% |
| Copper | 0.268mg | 0.08mg | 21% |
| Manganese | 0.475mg | 0.04mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.3mg | 19% |
| Zinc | 1.29mg | 3.41mg | 19% |
| Calories | 116kcal | 455kcal | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.411mg | 1.12mg | 14% |
| Choline | 32.2mg | 96.7mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2.51mg | 1.59mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 53mg | 18mg | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 61IU | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 1.5µg | 8% |
| Carbs | 20.76g | 1.86g | 6% |
| Potassium | 278mg | 398mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 156mg | 150mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 14.26g | 1.86g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.3g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.28mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1.6µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.095mg | 0.278mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.294mg | 1.473mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.314mg | 2.206mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.592mg | 1.708mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.523mg | 2.414mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.451mg | 1.149mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.368mg | 0.914mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.24mg | 0.721mg | 0% |
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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
23%
65%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains less Sodium (difference - 1231mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.242g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.3g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chorizo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is cheaper?
Chorizo is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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