Pigeon pea raw vs. Peanut butter — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are pigeon pea raw and peanut butter different?
- Pigeon pea raw is higher in folate, copper, iron, vitamin B1, fiber, potassium, and calcium; however, peanut butter is richer in vitamin B3 and vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for folate for pigeon pea raw is 92% higher.
- Pigeon pea raw contains 4 times more vitamin B1 than peanut butter. While pigeon pea raw contains 0.643mg of vitamin B1, peanut butter contains only 0.15mg.
- Pigeon pea raw has less saturated fat.
Pigeon peas (red gram), mature seeds, raw and Peanut butter, smooth style, without salt are the varieties used 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 | +165.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +149.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +200.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +150.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +100% |
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 | +328.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +11.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +424.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +342.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +55.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
21.7 g
Fats:
1.49 g
Carbs:
62.78 g
Water:
10.59 g
Other:
3.44 g
Protein:
22.21 g
Fats:
51.36 g
Carbs:
22.31 g
Water:
1.23 g
Other:
2.89 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +181.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +761% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +19% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3347% |
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Protein
~22.21g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.33 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.012 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.814 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.325 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
25.941 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.535 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +216075% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1439.9% |
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 Sodium | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 456µg | 87µg | 92% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.814g | 12.535g | 78% |
| Fats | 1.49g | 51.36g | 77% |
| Copper | 1.057mg | 0.422mg | 71% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.012g | 25.941g | 65% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.965mg | 13.112mg | 63% |
| Vitamin E | 9.1mg | 61% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.33g | 10.325g | 45% |
| Iron | 5.23mg | 1.74mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.643mg | 0.15mg | 41% |
| Fiber | 15g | 5g | 40% |
| Potassium | 1392mg | 558mg | 25% |
| Carbs | 62.78g | 22.31g | 13% |
| Calories | 343kcal | 598kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.283mg | 0.441mg | 12% |
| Choline | 63mg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 130mg | 49mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 8.2µg | 4.1µg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 367mg | 335mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 1.791mg | 1.665mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 183mg | 168mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.266mg | 1.137mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 2.76mg | 2.51mg | 2% |
| Starch | 3.56g | 1% | |
| Protein | 21.7g | 22.21g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 47.78g | 17.31g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.49g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 17mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.187mg | 0.192mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.075g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.212mg | 0.231mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.767mg | 0.525mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.785mg | 0.616mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.549mg | 1.546mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.521mg | 0.681mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.243mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.858mg | 1.202mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.937mg | 0.782mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.774mg | 0.557mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.027g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 12.215g | 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
57%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
135%
84%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pigeon pea raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.49g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pigeon pea raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.995g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pigeon pea raw is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pigeon pea raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peanut butter is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (17 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.