Pesto vs. Alfredo sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pesto and alfredo sauce?
- Pesto is richer in vitamin K, vitamin B2, vitamin E, vitamin A, manganese, and vitamin B5, yet alfredo sauce is richer in phosphorus and calcium.
- Pesto's daily need coverage for vitamin K is 121% higher.
- Pesto has 13 times more vitamin B2 than alfredo sauce. Pesto has 0.717mg of vitamin B2, while alfredo sauce has 0.054mg.
- Pesto contains less saturated fat.
We used Sauce, pesto, ready-to-serve, refrigerated and Sauce, alfredo mix, dry 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 | +46.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +120.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +25% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -76.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +946.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +52.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +64.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +12% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +52% |
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 | +42.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +295.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1227.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +62.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2337.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +295.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.83 g
Fats:
37.6 g
Carbs:
10.09 g
Water:
38.98 g
Other:
3.5 g
Protein:
15.32 g
Fats:
36.35 g
Carbs:
36.52 g
Water:
2.05 g
Other:
9.76 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1801.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +55.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +261.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +178.9% |
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Fats
~36.35g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.07 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
22.155 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.546 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
13.18 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
13.669 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.61 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -46.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +62.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +31.5% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 151.1µg | 6.2µg | 121% |
| Sodium | 603mg | 2590mg | 86% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.717mg | 0.054mg | 51% |
| Vitamin E | 7.27mg | 1.84mg | 36% |
| Saturated fat | 7.07g | 13.18g | 28% |
| Manganese | 0.586mg | 0.056mg | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 22.155g | 13.669g | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 273mg | 415mg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% | |
| Selenium | 9.3µg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 306mg | 467mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.38µg | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.546g | 8.61g | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.7mg | 1.044mg | 13% |
| Protein | 9.83g | 15.32g | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.523mg | 2.07mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 560mg | 254mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 10.09g | 36.52g | 9% |
| Calories | 418kcal | 535kcal | 6% |
| Iron | 0.57mg | 0.94mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 47mg | 32mg | 4% |
| Folate | 16µg | 4µg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 77µg | 54µg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.064mg | 2% |
| Fats | 37.6g | 36.35g | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.33mg | 1.49mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 0.156mg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.2g | 1% | |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 2g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 8.29g | 34.52g | N/A |
| Sugar | 6.33g | 5.4g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.133mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.398g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.268g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.058g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.021g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.783g | 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
70%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
86%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pesto is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pesto contains less Sodium (difference - 1987mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pesto is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.11g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pesto is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Alfredo sauce is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.93g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.