Chili pepper vs. Russet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between chili pepper and russet potatoes
- Chili pepper is higher in vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B6, and vitamin K, yet russet potatoes are higher in potassium.
- Chili pepper covers your daily vitamin C needs 150% more than russet potatoes.
- Chili pepper contains 95 times more vitamin A than russet potatoes. While chili pepper contains 952IU of vitamin A, russet potatoes contain only 10IU.
- The amount of sugar in russet potatoes is lower.
- The glycemic index of chili pepper is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Peppers, hot chili, red, raw and Potatoes, Russet, flesh, and skin, baked.
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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 CopperCopper | +20.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -35.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +30.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +28.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +70.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +34.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +65.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +21.9% |
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 | +1631.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +4700% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +885.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +79.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +89.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +13% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +37.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.87 g
Fats:
0.44 g
Carbs:
8.81 g
Water:
88.02 g
Other:
0.86 g
Protein:
2.63 g
Fats:
0.13 g
Carbs:
21.44 g
Water:
74.45 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +238.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +40.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +143.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +57% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.042 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.024 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.239 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.032 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.003 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.054 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +700% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +342.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -23.8% |
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 C | 143.7mg | 8.3mg | 150% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.506mg | 0.354mg | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 14µg | 2µg | 10% |
| Starch | 17.45g | 7% | |
| Potassium | 322mg | 550mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 48µg | 1µg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 43mg | 71mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 8.81g | 21.44g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.201mg | 0.38mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.69mg | 0.07mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.086mg | 0.048mg | 3% |
| Calories | 40kcal | 97kcal | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 2.3g | 3% |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.107mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.187mg | 0.228mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 30mg | 2% |
| Protein | 1.87g | 2.63g | 2% |
| Folate | 23µg | 26µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.244mg | 1.348mg | 1% |
| Choline | 10.9mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.26mg | 0.35mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.03mg | 1.07mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.239g | 0.054g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.44g | 0.13g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 7.31g | 19.14g | N/A |
| Calcium | 14mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 5.3g | 1.08g | N/A |
| Sodium | 9mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.5µg | 0.5µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.072mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.042g | 0.032g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.024g | 0.003g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.026mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.074mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.065mg | 0.085mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.105mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.089mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.024mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.062mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.084mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.041mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 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
58%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Russet potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.22g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Russet potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.01g)
Which food is cheaper?
Russet potato is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Russet potato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chili pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chili pepper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 37)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.