Pasta vs. Olive oil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between pasta and olive oil?
- Pasta is richer than olive oil in vitamin B1, folate, vitamin B2, copper, manganese, phosphorus, iron, and vitamin B3.
- Olive oil's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 68% more.
- The amount of cholesterol in olive oil is lower.
- The glycemic index of olive oil is lower.
We used Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked and Oil, olive, salad or cooking 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +500% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2300% |
| Contains more IronIron | +103.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +9423.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +58739.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2352.9% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Monounsaturated fat | 0.124g | 72.961g | 182% |
| Fats | 1.05g | 100g | 152% |
| Vitamin E | 14.35mg | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.429g | 10.523g | 67% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15g | 13.808g | 62% |
| Vitamin K | 60.2µg | 50% | |
| Calories | 131kcal | 884kcal | 38% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0mg | 17% |
| Folate | 64µg | 0µg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.15mg | 0mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.093mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Protein | 5.15g | 0g | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.224mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 63mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 24.93g | 0g | 8% |
| Iron | 1.14mg | 0.56mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.14µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.992mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 24mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 24.93g | 0g | N/A |
| Sodium | 6mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Choline | 0.3mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.065mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.197mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.348mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.097mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.079mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.247mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.103mg | 0mg | 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
15%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
2%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pasta is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.658g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pasta is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pasta is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Olive oil is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Olive oil contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Olive oil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 49)
Which food is cheaper?
Olive oil is cheaper (difference - $1.6)