Marinara sauce vs. Tempeh — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between marinara sauce and tempeh
- Marinara sauce has more vitamin A; however, tempeh is richer in copper, manganese, phosphorus, iron, vitamin B2, magnesium, zinc, and calcium.
- Tempeh covers your daily copper needs 53% more than marinara sauce.
- Marinara sauce contains less saturated fat.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Sauce, pasta, spaghetti/marinara, ready-to-serve, low sodium and Tempeh.
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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 SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +350% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +311.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +29.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +246.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +591.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +470% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +682.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -70% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +848.9% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +48.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +225% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +486.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +24.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +84.6% |
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:
20.29 g
Fats:
10.8 g
Carbs:
7.64 g
Water:
59.65 g
Other:
1.62 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +46.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1339% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +629.7% |
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Carbs
~7.64g
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Other
~1.62g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.17 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.377 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.508 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.539 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.205 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.3 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +750.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +746.5% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.081mg | 0.56mg | 53% |
| Manganese | 0.137mg | 1.3mg | 51% |
| Protein | 1.41g | 20.29g | 38% |
| Phosphorus | 34mg | 266mg | 33% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.508g | 4.3g | 25% |
| Iron | 0.78mg | 2.7mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.061mg | 0.358mg | 23% |
| Vitamin E | 2.4mg | 16% | |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 81mg | 15% |
| Fats | 1.48g | 10.8g | 14% |
| Vitamin K | 13.9µg | 12% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.17g | 2.539g | 11% |
| Zinc | 0.2mg | 1.14mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 111mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.917mg | 2.64mg | 8% |
| Calories | 51kcal | 192kcal | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 7% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.377g | 3.205g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.024mg | 0.078mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 33µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 319mg | 412mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.173mg | 0.215mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.08µg | 3% |
| Folate | 13µg | 24µg | 3% |
| Selenium | 1.1µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Choline | 13.7mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 30mg | 9mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 6.26g | 7.64g | N/A |
| Carbs | 8.06g | 7.64g | 0% |
| Sugar | 5.5g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.194mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.796mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.88mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.43mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.908mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.893mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.92mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.466mg | 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
19%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
73%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tempeh is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 21mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tempeh is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Marinara sauce is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.369g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Marinara sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.