Pesto vs. Almond paste — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Pesto and Almond paste?
- Pesto is higher in Vitamin K, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B2, and Calcium, yet Almond paste is higher in Vitamin E, Copper, Magnesium, and Folate.
- Pesto's daily need coverage for Vitamin K is 126% more.
- Pesto has 67 times more Sodium than Almond paste. While Pesto has 603mg of Sodium, Almond paste has only 9mg.
We used Sauce, pesto, ready-to-serve, refrigerated and Nuts, almond paste 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 CalciumCalcium | +77.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +78.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +176.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +180.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +467.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +46.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +107.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +73.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1404.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +269.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +86.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +171.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +356.3% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
9 g
Fats:
27.74 g
Carbs:
47.81 g
Water:
14.08 g
Other:
1.37 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +35.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +176.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +155.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +373.8% |
~equal in
Protein
~9g
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
2.629 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
18.012 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.821 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +23% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -62.8% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 418kcal | 458kcal |
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| Protein | 9.83g | 9g |
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| Fats | 37.6g | 27.74g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 8.29g | 43.01g |
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| Carbs | 10.09g | 47.81g |
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| Magnesium | 47mg | 130mg |
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| Calcium | 306mg | 172mg |
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| Potassium | 560mg | 314mg |
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| Iron | 0.57mg | 1.6mg |
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| Sugar | 6.33g | 36.25g |
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| Fiber | 1.8g | 4.8g |
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| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.454mg |
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| Zinc | 1.33mg | 1.48mg |
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| Starch | 2.2g |
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| Phosphorus | 273mg | 258mg |
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| Sodium | 603mg | 9mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1544IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 77µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 7.27mg | 13.54mg |
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| Manganese | 0.586mg | 0.856mg |
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| Selenium | 4.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 0.082mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.717mg | 0.414mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.523mg | 1.422mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.7mg | 0.113mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.133mg | 0.036mg |
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| Vitamin K | 151.1µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 16µg | 73µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.398g |
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| Choline | 28.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.07g | 2.629g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 22.155g | 18.012g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.546g | 5.821g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.268g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.058g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.021g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.783g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
75%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
67%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pesto is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pesto is lower in Sugar (difference - 29.92g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almond paste contains less Sodium (difference - 594mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Almond paste is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.441g)
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.
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.