Peanut butter vs. Ranch dressing — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between peanut butter and ranch dressing?
- Peanut butter is higher in vitamin B3, manganese, vitamin E, copper, magnesium, vitamin B6, phosphorus, and zinc; however, ranch dressing is richer in vitamin K.
- Ranch dressing's daily need coverage for vitamin K is 112% more.
- Ranch dressing contains 243 times less vitamin B3 than peanut butter. Peanut butter contains 13.112mg of vitamin B3, while ranch dressing contains 0.054mg.
- Peanut butter has less sodium.
We used Peanut butter, smooth style, without salt and Salad dressing, ranch dressing, regular 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 | +3260% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +75% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +771.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +480% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2121.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1376.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +80.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4945.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +17.1% |
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 EVitamin E | +309.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +120.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +24181.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +318% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1370% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2075% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +92.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +44666.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
22.21 g
Fats:
51.36 g
Carbs:
22.31 g
Water:
1.23 g
Other:
2.89 g
Protein:
1.32 g
Fats:
44.54 g
Carbs:
5.9 g
Water:
45.68 g
Other:
2.56 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1582.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +15.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +278.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +12.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3613.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.325 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
25.941 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.535 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.964 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.202 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
25.796 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +181.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -32.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +105.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
3.56 g
Sucrose:
10.25 g
Glucose:
0.13 g
Fructose:
0.12 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0.57 g
Sucrose:
1.86 g
Glucose:
0.78 g
Fructose:
0.68 g
Lactose:
1.35 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +524.6% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +451.1% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +500% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +466.7% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
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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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 134.3µg | 112% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 12.535g | 25.796g | 88% |
| Vitamin B3 | 13.112mg | 0.054mg | 82% |
| Manganese | 1.665mg | 0.033mg | 71% |
| Vitamin E | 9.1mg | 2.22mg | 46% |
| Copper | 0.422mg | 0.019mg | 45% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 25.941g | 9.202g | 42% |
| Protein | 22.21g | 1.32g | 42% |
| Magnesium | 168mg | 5mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 17mg | 901mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.441mg | 0.03mg | 32% |
| Phosphorus | 335mg | 186mg | 21% |
| Folate | 87µg | 4µg | 21% |
| Zinc | 2.51mg | 0.17mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 5g | 0g | 20% |
| Iron | 1.74mg | 0.3mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.137mg | 0.272mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 558mg | 64mg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 10.325g | 6.964g | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.015mg | 11% |
| Fats | 51.36g | 44.54g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 26mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.192mg | 0.087mg | 8% |
| Calories | 598kcal | 430kcal | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.17µg | 7% |
| Choline | 63mg | 32.8mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 22.31g | 5.9g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 15µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 4.1µg | 3.5µg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0.68g | 1% |
| Starch | 3.56g | 0.57g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 17.31g | 5.9g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 3IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 10.49g | 4.69g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.075g | 0.182g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.231mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.525mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.616mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.546mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.681mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.202mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.782mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.557mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.027g | 3.276g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.01g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | 0.139g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | 0.019g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 12.215g | 22.153g | 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
60%
37%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
84%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ranch dressing is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.8g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Ranch dressing is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.361g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ranch dressing is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is cheaper?
Ranch dressing is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Peanut butter is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peanut butter contains less Sodium (difference - 884mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Peanut butter is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Peanut butter is relatively richer in vitamins