Lasagne vs. Spanish rice — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between lasagne and spanish rice
- Lasagne is richer in selenium, vitamin B12, phosphorus, and calcium, yet spanish rice is richer in vitamin B1, manganese, and folate.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for lasagne is 15% higher.
- Lasagne has a lower glycemic index than spanish rice.
Food types used in this article are Lasagna with meat sauce, frozen, prepared and Restaurant, Mexican, spanish rice.
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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 | +53.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +340% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +69% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +38.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +81.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +101.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -29.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +114.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +62% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +102.1% |
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 CVitamin C | +2400% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +583.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +41.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +48.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +312.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +154.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +161.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +55.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +28.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +85.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +108.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.28 g
Fats:
4.92 g
Carbs:
15.36 g
Water:
70.87 g
Other:
1.57 g
Protein:
3.28 g
Fats:
5.29 g
Carbs:
31.16 g
Water:
58.54 g
Other:
1.73 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +122% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +21.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +102.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +10.2% |
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Fats
~5.29g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.348 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.758 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.433 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.005 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.511 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.317 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +16.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -57.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +435.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
9.83 g
Sucrose:
0.54 g
Glucose:
0.93 g
Fructose:
1.04 g
Lactose:
0.6 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
27.55 g
Sucrose:
0.38 g
Glucose:
0.5 g
Fructose:
0.42 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +42.1% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +86% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +147.6% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +180.3% |
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Maltose
~0g
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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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 15.9µg | 7.4µg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.433g | 2.317g | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0.08µg | 10% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.329mg | 153mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.183mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.193mg | 0.39mg | 9% |
| Protein | 7.28g | 3.28g | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 115mg | 57mg | 8% |
| Starch | 9.83g | 27.55g | 7% |
| Calcium | 88mg | 20mg | 7% |
| Folate | 24µg | 50µg | 7% |
| Sodium | 373mg | 528mg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.348g | 1.005g | 6% |
| Iron | 0.71mg | 1.15mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 7µg | 13µg | 5% |
| Carbs | 15.36g | 31.16g | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.528mg | 2.378mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.87mg | 0.48mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 41µg | 6µg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.065mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.122mg | 0.082mg | 3% |
| Choline | 23.2mg | 9.1mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2.5mg | 0.1mg | 3% |
| Calories | 135kcal | 185kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.323mg | 0.415mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 1.2g | 2% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 116mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 13mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.85mg | 0.6mg | 2% |
| Fats | 4.92g | 5.29g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.758g | 1.511g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.04g | 0.42g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 13.66g | 29.96g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 1IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.11g | 1.3g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.074mg | 0.074mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.196g | 0.07g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.219mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.224mg | 0.109mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.578mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.486mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.164mg | 0.071mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.183mg | 0.071mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.026g | 0.238g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.011g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.322g | 2.052g | 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
18%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Spanish rice is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spanish rice is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.81g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Spanish rice is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.343g)
Which food is cheaper?
Spanish rice is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lasagne contains less Sodium (difference - 155mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lasagne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lasagne is relatively richer in minerals
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.