Fettuccine vs. Pilaf — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between fettuccine and pilaf
- Fettuccine contains less folate, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, iron, phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, and calcium than pilaf.
- Daily need coverage for folate for pilaf is 52% higher.
- Fettuccine is lower in sodium.
- Pilaf has a higher glycemic index than fettuccine.
Food types used in this article are KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Rice and vermicelli mix, rice pilaf flavor, unprepared.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -87.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +433.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +196.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +306.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +910% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +516% |
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 EVitamin E | +1025% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +570% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +24.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +240.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +3433.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.2 g
Fats:
2.7 g
Carbs:
14 g
Water:
75.2 g
Other:
1.9 g
Protein:
10.42 g
Fats:
1.37 g
Carbs:
76.31 g
Water:
8.04 g
Other:
3.86 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +97.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +835.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +68.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +445.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +103.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.9 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.307 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.373 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.377 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +141.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -65.9% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~0.377g
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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| Selenium | 32.4µg | 59% | |
| Folate | 6µg | 212µg | 52% |
| Sodium | 166mg | 1303mg | 49% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.603mg | 43% |
| Manganese | 0.882mg | 38% | |
| Starch | 71.23g | 29% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.4mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 6.127mg | 27% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 2.44mg | 23% |
| Carbs | 14g | 76.31g | 21% |
| Copper | 0.166mg | 18% | |
| Phosphorus | 25mg | 154mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.715mg | 14% | |
| Calories | 99kcal | 359kcal | 13% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 1.01mg | 8% |
| Protein | 6.2g | 10.42g | 8% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 32mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 83mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 4.1mg | 5% | |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 1mg | 4% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 3% | |
| Fiber | 2g | 1.2g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9g | 0.307g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 0.04mg | 3% |
| Fats | 2.7g | 1.37g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.9g | 0.373g | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.02µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 168mg | 188mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.087mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 12g | 75.11g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.3g | 1.53g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 0% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.5µg | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 0.377g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.086mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.221mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.279mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.523mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.189mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.32mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.374mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.15mg | 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
7%
47%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
77%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pilaf is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pilaf is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.593g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pilaf is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pilaf is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pilaf is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fettuccine is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.23g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fettuccine contains less Sodium (difference - 1137mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fettuccine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)