Chili pepper vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between chili pepper and tamale?
- Chili pepper is richer in vitamin C, vitamin B6, vitamin A, and copper, while tamale is higher in vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, and phosphorus.
- Chili pepper's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 158% higher.
- Chili pepper is lower in sodium.
- Tamale has a higher glycemic index (82) than chili pepper (45).
We used Peppers, hot chili, red, raw and Tamales (Navajo) 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 PotassiumPotassium | +145.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +104.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +107.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +18.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +469.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +130.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1100% |
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 | +8352.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +44% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +253.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +53.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +27.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +29.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +235.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1290.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +105.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +60.5% |
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
2.396 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.688 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +11312.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +187.9% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 143.7mg | 1.7mg | 158% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.506mg | 0.143mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.54µg | 23% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 427mg | 18% |
| Vitamin K | 14µg | 12% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.042g | 2.396g | 11% |
| Zinc | 0.26mg | 1.48mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 0.5µg | 6µg | 10% |
| Fats | 0.44g | 6.12g | 9% |
| Protein | 1.87g | 6.28g | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 43mg | 99mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.063mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.024g | 2.739g | 7% |
| Calories | 40kcal | 153kcal | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 17mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 322mg | 131mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 3.1g | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 48µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.69mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 8.81g | 18.12g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.239g | 0.688g | 3% |
| Folate | 23µg | 15µg | 2% |
| Choline | 10.9mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.072mg | 0.05mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.244mg | 1.59mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.03mg | 1.22mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 29mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.187mg | 0.174mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.31g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 22mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 5.3g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.086mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.201mg | 0.205mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.026mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.074mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.065mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.105mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.089mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.024mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.062mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.084mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.041mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | 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
58%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.31g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chili pepper is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chili pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 418mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chili pepper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.354g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chili pepper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 37)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chili pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.