Espresso vs. Marinara sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between espresso and marinara sauce?
- Espresso is richer in magnesium, vitamin B2, and vitamin B3, yet marinara sauce is richer in vitamin E, vitamin B6, vitamin A, vitamin K, iron, fiber, and potassium.
- Marinara sauce's daily need coverage for vitamin E is 16% higher.
- Espresso has 4 times more magnesium than marinara sauce. Espresso has 80mg of magnesium, while marinara sauce has 18mg.
We used Beverages, coffee, brewed, espresso, restaurant-prepared and Sauce, pasta, spaghetti/marinara, ready-to-serve, low sodium types in this comparison.
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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 | +344.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -53.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1250% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +177.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +500% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +62% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +300% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +385.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +174% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +190.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +32.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +23900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +8550% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +13800% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1200% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +426.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0.18 g
Carbs:
1.67 g
Water:
97.8 g
Other:
0.23 g
Protein:
1.41 g
Fats:
1.48 g
Carbs:
8.06 g
Water:
87.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +11.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1075% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +722.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +382.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +621.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.092 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.092 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.17 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.377 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.508 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -45.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +452.2% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Caffeine | 212mg | 0mg | 53% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 2.4mg | 16% |
| Magnesium | 80mg | 18mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.002mg | 0.173mg | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 13.9µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.177mg | 0.061mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.207mg | 3.917mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.13mg | 0.78mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.8g | 7% |
| Potassium | 115mg | 319mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 7mg | 34mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 33µg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.05mg | 0.137mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 27mg | 3% |
| Folate | 1µg | 13µg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.05mg | 0.081mg | 3% |
| Protein | 0.12g | 1.41g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.092g | 0.508g | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.001mg | 0.024mg | 2% |
| Choline | 2.6mg | 13.7mg | 2% |
| Calories | 9kcal | 51kcal | 2% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 1.1µg | 2% |
| Carbs | 1.67g | 8.06g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 2mg | 2% |
| Fats | 0.18g | 1.48g | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.05mg | 0.2mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.028mg | 1% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.377g | 1% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 30mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.67g | 6.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 5.5g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 0.092g | 0.17g | 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
11%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
10%
15%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Marinara sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Marinara sauce is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Marinara sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Marinara sauce is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Espresso is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Espresso is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Espresso contains less Sodium (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Espresso is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.078g)