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Edamame vs. Cardoon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Edamame and Cardoon

  • Cardoon contains less Folate, Manganese, Phosphorus, Iron, Vitamin B1, Fiber, Copper, Zinc, and Vitamin B2 than Edamame.
  • Daily need coverage for Folate from Edamame is 61% higher.
  • Cardoon has 10 times less Vitamin B1 than Edamame. Edamame has 0.2mg of Vitamin B1, while Cardoon has 0.02mg.
  • Edamame is lower in Sodium.

Food types used in this article are Edamame, frozen, prepared and Cardoon, 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.
Contains more Iron +224.3%
Contains more Magnesium +52.4%
Contains more Phosphorus +634.8%
Contains less Sodium -96.5%
Contains more Zinc +705.9%
Contains more Copper +49.4%
Contains more Manganese +300%
Contains more Selenium +300%
Contains more Calcium +11.1%
Equal in Potassium - 400
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 19% 86% 46% 73% 39% 1% 38% 115% 134% 5%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 22% 27% 30% 10% 36% 23% 5% 77% 34% 2%
Contains more Iron +224.3%
Contains more Magnesium +52.4%
Contains more Phosphorus +634.8%
Contains less Sodium -96.5%
Contains more Zinc +705.9%
Contains more Copper +49.4%
Contains more Manganese +300%
Contains more Selenium +300%
Contains more Calcium +11.1%
Equal in Potassium - 400

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +205%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +900%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +416.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +205%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +16.9%
Contains more Folate +357.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +16%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 18% 14% 0% 21% 50% 36% 18% 24% 24% 234% 0% 67%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 7% 5% 7% 6% 21% 27% 51% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +205%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +900%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +416.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +205%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +16.9%
Contains more Folate +357.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +16%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +1601.4%
Contains more Fats +5100%
Contains more Carbs +118.9%
Contains more Water +29.2%
Equal in Other - 1.13
12% 5% 9% 73%
Protein: 11.91 g
Fats: 5.2 g
Carbs: 8.91 g
Water: 72.77 g
Other: 1.21 g
4% 94%
Protein: 0.7 g
Fats: 0.1 g
Carbs: 4.07 g
Water: 94 g
Other: 1.13 g
Contains more Protein +1601.4%
Contains more Fats +5100%
Contains more Carbs +118.9%
Contains more Water +29.2%
Equal in Other - 1.13

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +7022.2%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +5158.5%
Contains less Saturated Fat -98.2%
15% 32% 53%
Saturated Fat: 0.62 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.282 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.156 g
16% 26% 59%
Saturated Fat: 0.011 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.018 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.041 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +7022.2%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +5158.5%
Contains less Saturated Fat -98.2%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Edamame Cardoon Opinion
Net carbs 3.71g 2.47g Edamame
Protein 11.91g 0.7g Edamame
Fats 5.2g 0.1g Edamame
Carbs 8.91g 4.07g Edamame
Calories 121kcal 17kcal Edamame
Starch 1.51g Edamame
Fructose 0.12g Edamame
Sugar 2.18g Cardoon
Fiber 5.2g 1.6g Edamame
Calcium 63mg 70mg Cardoon
Iron 2.27mg 0.7mg Edamame
Magnesium 64mg 42mg Edamame
Phosphorus 169mg 23mg Edamame
Potassium 436mg 400mg Edamame
Sodium 6mg 170mg Edamame
Zinc 1.37mg 0.17mg Edamame
Copper 0.345mg 0.231mg Edamame
Manganese 1.024mg 0.256mg Edamame
Selenium 0.8µg 0.2µg Edamame
Vitamin A 298IU 0IU Edamame
Vitamin A RAE 15µg 0µg Edamame
Vitamin E 0.68mg Edamame
Vitamin C 6.1mg 2mg Edamame
Vitamin B1 0.2mg 0.02mg Edamame
Vitamin B2 0.155mg 0.03mg Edamame
Vitamin B3 0.915mg 0.3mg Edamame
Vitamin B5 0.395mg 0.338mg Edamame
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 0.116mg Cardoon
Folate 311µg 68µg Edamame
Vitamin K 26.7µg Edamame
Tryptophan 0.126mg Edamame
Threonine 0.331mg Edamame
Isoleucine 0.3mg Edamame
Leucine 0.745mg Edamame
Lysine 0.745mg Edamame
Methionine 0.141mg Edamame
Phenylalanine 0.488mg Edamame
Valine 0.324mg Edamame
Histidine 0.267mg Edamame
Trans Fat 0.009g 0g Cardoon
Saturated Fat 0.62g 0.011g Cardoon
Omega-3 - EPA 0.003g Edamame
Monounsaturated Fat 1.282g 0.018g Edamame
Polyunsaturated fat 2.156g 0.041g Edamame
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.002g Edamame
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 1.789g Edamame
Omega-3 - ALA 0.358g Edamame

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Edamame Cardoon
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet Equal

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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
42%
Edamame
10%
Cardoon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
Edamame
26%
Cardoon

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Edamame
Edamame is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Edamame
Edamame contains less Sodium (difference - 164mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Edamame
Edamame is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cardoon
Cardoon is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.18g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cardoon
Cardoon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.609g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Edamame - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168411/nutrients
  2. Cardoon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169981/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.