Edamame vs. Russet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are edamame and russet potatoes different?
- Edamame is richer in folate, manganese, copper, vitamin K, iron, phosphorus, fiber, vitamin B1, and zinc, while russet potatoes are higher in vitamin B6.
- Edamame covers your daily need for folate, 71% more than russet potatoes.
- Edamame contains 13 times more vitamin K than russet potatoes. Edamame contains 26.7µg of vitamin K, while russet potatoes contain 2µg.
Edamame, frozen, prepared and Potatoes, Russet, flesh, and skin, baked types were used in this article.
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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 | +113.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +250% |
| Contains more IronIron | +112.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +222.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +291.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +138% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +349.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +60% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +26.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +871.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +198.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +222.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1235% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1096.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +275.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +36.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +47.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +254% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.91 g
Fats:
5.2 g
Carbs:
8.91 g
Water:
72.77 g
Other:
1.21 g
Protein:
2.63 g
Fats:
0.13 g
Carbs:
21.44 g
Water:
74.45 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +352.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3900% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +140.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11.6% |
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Water
~74.45g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.62 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.282 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.156 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.032 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.003 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.054 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +42633.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3892.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
1.51 g
Sucrose:
1.12 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0.12 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.95 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
17.45 g
Sucrose:
0.39 g
Glucose:
0.37 g
Fructose:
0.32 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +187.2% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +1055.6% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +166.7% |
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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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| Folate | 311µg | 26µg | 71% |
| Manganese | 1.024mg | 0.228mg | 35% |
| Copper | 0.345mg | 0.107mg | 26% |
| Vitamin K | 26.7µg | 2µg | 21% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.354mg | 20% |
| Protein | 11.91g | 2.63g | 19% |
| Iron | 2.27mg | 1.07mg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.156g | 0.054g | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 169mg | 71mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 5.2g | 2.3g | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.2mg | 0.067mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.37mg | 0.35mg | 9% |
| Choline | 56.3mg | 15mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 64mg | 30mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.155mg | 0.048mg | 8% |
| Fats | 5.2g | 0.13g | 8% |
| Starch | 1.51g | 17.45g | 7% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 18mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.68mg | 0.07mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 8.91g | 21.44g | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.282g | 0.003g | 3% |
| Potassium | 436mg | 550mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.62g | 0.032g | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.915mg | 1.348mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 15µg | 1µg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 6.1mg | 8.3mg | 2% |
| Calories | 121kcal | 97kcal | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 0.5µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.71g | 19.14g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.18g | 1.08g | N/A |
| Sodium | 6mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.395mg | 0.38mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.009g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.126mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.331mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.3mg | 0.085mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.745mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.745mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.141mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.488mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.324mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.267mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0.32g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.358g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.789g | 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
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17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Russet potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.1g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Russet potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.588g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Edamame contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Edamame is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Edamame is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Edamame is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)