Marinara sauce vs. Balsamic vinegar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between marinara sauce and balsamic vinegar
- Marinara sauce is higher than balsamic vinegar in vitamin A, copper, and potassium.
- Marinara sauce covers your daily vitamin A needs 13% more than balsamic vinegar.
- Marinara sauce contains 3 times more copper than balsamic vinegar. While marinara sauce contains 0.081mg of copper, balsamic vinegar contains only 0.026mg.
- The amount of sugar in marinara sauce is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Sauce, pasta, spaghetti/marinara, ready-to-serve, low sodium and Vinegar, balsamic.
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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 | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +184.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +211.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +150% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +78.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23.3% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.41 g
Fats:
1.48 g
Carbs:
8.06 g
Water:
87.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
Protein:
0.49 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
17.03 g
Water:
76.45 g
Other:
6.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +187.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +111.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +263.3% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.917mg | 24% | |
| Vitamin E | 2.4mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.173mg | 13% | |
| Vitamin K | 13.9µg | 12% | |
| Fructose | 7.38g | 9% | |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 7% | |
| Potassium | 319mg | 112mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.081mg | 0.026mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.061mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 33µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.508g | 3% | |
| Folate | 13µg | 3% | |
| Carbs | 8.06g | 17.03g | 3% |
| Choline | 13.7mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.024mg | 2% | |
| Selenium | 1.1µg | 2% | |
| Calories | 51kcal | 88kcal | 2% |
| Protein | 1.41g | 0.49g | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 34mg | 19mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Fats | 1.48g | 0g | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.2mg | 0.08mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.78mg | 0.72mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.17g | 0g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.377g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 6.26g | 17.03g | N/A |
| Calcium | 27mg | 27mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 5.5g | 14.95g | N/A |
| Sodium | 30mg | 23mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.137mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Marinara sauce is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.45g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Marinara sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Marinara sauce is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Marinara sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Marinara sauce is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.17g)