Asparagus vs. Beef broiled — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are asparagus and beef broiled different?
- Asparagus is higher in vitamin K and vitamin A; however, beef broiled is richer in vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for beef broiled is 110% higher.
- Asparagus contains 84 times more vitamin A than beef broiled. While asparagus contains 756IU of vitamin A, beef broiled contains only 9IU.
- Asparagus has less saturated fat.
- Beef broiled has a lower glycemic index (0) than asparagus (32).
Asparagus, raw and Beef, ground, 85% lean meat / 15% fat, patty, cooked, broiled are the varieties 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 CalciumCalcium | +33.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +122.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1216.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +57.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +21.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1068.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +280.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +834.8% |
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 | +1166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +841.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +210.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +3366.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +477.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +24.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +449.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +140.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +319.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +415% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.2 g
Fats:
0.12 g
Carbs:
3.88 g
Water:
93.22 g
Other:
0.58 g
Protein:
25.93 g
Fats:
15.41 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
57.98 g
Other:
0.68 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +60.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1078.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +12741.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.895 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.668 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.484 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +868% |
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 | 2.64µg | 110% |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 6.31mg | 52% |
| Protein | 2.2g | 25.93g | 47% |
| Selenium | 2.3µg | 21.5µg | 35% |
| Vitamin K | 41.6µg | 1.2µg | 34% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 88mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.978mg | 5.378mg | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04g | 5.895g | 27% |
| Fats | 0.12g | 15.41g | 24% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.091mg | 0.382mg | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 198mg | 21% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 6.668g | 17% |
| Choline | 16mg | 82.4mg | 12% |
| Copper | 0.189mg | 0.085mg | 12% |
| Calories | 20kcal | 250kcal | 12% |
| Folate | 52µg | 9µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.046mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.274mg | 0.658mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 0g | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.13mg | 0.12mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2.14mg | 2.6mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.158mg | 0.012mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 3µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 318mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0.484g | 3% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 72mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.141mg | 0.176mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 21mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1g | 1% | |
| Carbs | 3.88g | 0g | 1% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.78g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.88g | 0g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.572g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0.094mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.084mg | 0.72mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.075mg | 0.822mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.128mg | 1.45mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.104mg | 1.54mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.031mg | 0.478mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.075mg | 0.725mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.115mg | 0.914mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.049mg | 0.604mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.044g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.016g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.012g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
25%
51%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
25%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beef broiled is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.88g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef broiled is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Beef broiled is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Beef broiled is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Asparagus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Asparagus contains less Sodium (difference - 70mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Asparagus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.855g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.