Lentil soup vs. Zucchini — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Lentil soup and Zucchini
- Lentil soup is richer in Iron, and Phosphorus, yet Zucchini is richer in Vitamin C, and Vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for Sodium from Lentil soup is 23% higher.
- Lentil soup contains 3 times more Iron than Zucchini. Lentil soup contains 1.07mg of Iron, while Zucchini contains 0.37mg.
- Zucchini contains less Sodium.
Food types used in this article are Soup, lentil with ham, canned, ready-to-serve and Squash, summer, zucchini, includes skin, raw.
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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 IronIron | +189.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +32.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +94.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +50% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +81.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +47.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +55.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +20.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +952.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +37.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +108.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +45.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +81.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +20% |
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Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.74 g
Fats:
1.12 g
Carbs:
8.16 g
Water:
85.75 g
Other:
1.23 g
Protein:
1.21 g
Fats:
0.32 g
Carbs:
3.11 g
Water:
94.79 g
Other:
0.57 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +209.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +250% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +162.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +115.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +10.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.45 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.52 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.13 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.084 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.091 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +4627.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +42.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -81.3% |
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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| Calories | 56kcal | 17kcal |
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| Protein | 3.74g | 1.21g |
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| Fats | 1.12g | 0.32g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 17.9mg |
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| Net carbs | 8.16g | 2.11g |
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| Carbs | 8.16g | 3.11g |
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| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 9mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 17mg | 16mg |
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| Potassium | 144mg | 261mg |
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| Iron | 1.07mg | 0.37mg |
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| Sugar | 2.5g |
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| Fiber | 1g |
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| Copper | 0.07mg | 0.053mg |
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| Zinc | 0.3mg | 0.32mg |
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| Phosphorus | 74mg | 38mg |
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| Sodium | 532mg | 8mg |
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| Vitamin A | 145IU | 200IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 7µg | 10µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.12mg |
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| Manganese | 0.12mg | 0.177mg |
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| Selenium | 0.3µg | 0.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.045mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.045mg | 0.094mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.545mg | 0.451mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.14mg | 0.204mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.163mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.12µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.3µg |
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| Folate | 20µg | 24µg |
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| Choline | 9.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.45g | 0.084g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.52g | 0.011g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.13g | 0.091g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.01mg |
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| Threonine | 0.029mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.044mg |
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| Leucine | 0.071mg |
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| Lysine | 0.067mg |
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| Methionine | 0.018mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.043mg |
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| Valine | 0.054mg |
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| Histidine | 0.026mg |
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| Fructose | 1.38g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.061g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.03g |
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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
9%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
12%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Zucchini is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Zucchini contains less Sodium (difference - 524mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Zucchini is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.366g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Zucchini is lower in glycemic index (difference - 29)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Zucchini is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lentil soup is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.5g)
Which food is cheaper?
Lentil soup is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.