Asparagus vs. Salmon raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between asparagus and salmon raw?
- Asparagus is higher in iron and vitamin A, yet salmon raw is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, vitamin B5, phosphorus, and vitamin B2.
- Salmon raw's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 133% more.
- Asparagus has 19 times more vitamin A than salmon raw. While asparagus has 756IU of vitamin A, salmon raw has only 40IU.
- The glycemic index of salmon raw is lower.
We used Asparagus, raw and Fish, salmon, Atlantic, wild, raw types 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 | +100% |
| Contains more IronIron | +167.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +887.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +107.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +142.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +32.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +18.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +284.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1487% |
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 | +216.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +108% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +58% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +169.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +703.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +507.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +798.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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:
19.84 g
Fats:
6.34 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
68.5 g
Other:
5.32 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +36.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +801.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5183.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +817.2% |
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
0.981 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.103 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.539 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4978% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 3.18µg | 133% |
| Selenium | 2.3µg | 36.5µg | 62% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.091mg | 0.818mg | 56% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.978mg | 7.86mg | 43% |
| Protein | 2.2g | 19.84g | 35% |
| Vitamin K | 41.6µg | 35% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.274mg | 1.664mg | 28% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 200mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.141mg | 0.38mg | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 55mg | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 2.539g | 17% |
| Iron | 2.14mg | 0.8mg | 17% |
| Fats | 0.12g | 6.34g | 10% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 490mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 0g | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.13mg | 8% | |
| Copper | 0.189mg | 0.25mg | 7% |
| Folate | 52µg | 25µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.226mg | 7% |
| Calories | 20kcal | 142kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.158mg | 0.016mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 2.103g | 5% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 29mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04g | 0.981g | 4% |
| Choline | 16mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 12µg | 3% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 44mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1g | 1% | |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.64mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.88g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.78g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.88g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0.222mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.084mg | 0.87mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.075mg | 0.914mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.128mg | 1.613mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.104mg | 1.822mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.031mg | 0.587mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.075mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.115mg | 1.022mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.049mg | 0.584mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.321g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 1.115g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.287g | 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%
77%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
25%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salmon raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.88g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salmon raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Salmon raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Asparagus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 55mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Asparagus contains less Sodium (difference - 42mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Asparagus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.941g)
Which food is cheaper?
Asparagus is cheaper (difference - $9)
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.