Penne vs. Chuck steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between penne and chuck steak?
- Penne is richer in fiber and calcium, yet chuck steak is richer in zinc, iron, phosphorus, and potassium.
- Chuck steak's daily need coverage for zinc is 69% higher.
- Chuck steak contains less sodium.
- Chuck steak has a lower glycemic index than penne.
We used KASHI Three Cheese Penne, frozen, unprepared and Beef, chuck eye steak, boneless, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled types in this comparison.
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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 | +36.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +456.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +166.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +206.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +689.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +63.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -71.4% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.7 g
Fats:
4 g
Carbs:
16.8 g
Water:
72.4 g
Other:
1.1 g
Protein:
24.98 g
Fats:
19.64 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
55.22 g
Other:
0.16 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +31.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +587.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +338.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +391% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.3 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.66 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.457 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.81 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -73.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +845.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +102.5% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 3.03µg | 126% | |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 8.68mg | 69% |
| Selenium | 27.5µg | 50% | |
| Protein | 5.7g | 24.98g | 39% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.663mg | 29% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.373mg | 29% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.3g | 8.66g | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 87mg | 25% |
| Fats | 4g | 19.64g | 24% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 2.45mg | 21% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1g | 9.457g | 21% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.752mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.191mg | 15% | |
| Choline | 79mg | 14% | |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 0g | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 118mg | 193mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 9% | |
| Calories | 126kcal | 277kcal | 8% |
| Sodium | 248mg | 71mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 89mg | 16mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 16.8g | 0g | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.066mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 122mg | 325mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 0.81g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 22mg | 2% |
| Folate | 6µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Manganese | 0.012mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 5IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 14.1g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.9g | 0g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.2g | 1.287g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.281mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.099mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.062mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.009mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.184mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.709mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.951mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.129mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.809mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.041g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.619g | N/A |
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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55%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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65%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Penne is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 75mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Penne is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.36g)
Which food is cheaper?
Penne is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chuck steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chuck steak contains less Sodium (difference - 177mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chuck steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chuck steak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chuck steak is relatively richer in vitamins