Pilaf vs. Lima beans — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pilaf and lima beans
- Pilaf has more selenium, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, folate, vitamin B6, and manganese; however, lima beans have more fiber, potassium, and copper.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for pilaf is 57% higher.
- Lima beans have 15 times less vitamin B3 than pilaf. Pilaf has 6.127mg of vitamin B3, while lima beans have 0.421mg.
- Lima beans are lower in sodium.
- Pilaf has a higher glycemic index than lima beans.
Food types used in this article are Rice and vermicelli mix, rice pilaf flavor, unprepared and Lima beans, large, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt.
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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 | +388.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +38.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +70.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +620% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +34.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +170.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +41.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.8% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +274.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +58.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1355.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +69.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +148.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +155.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +350% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +300% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +85.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.42 g
Fats:
1.37 g
Carbs:
76.31 g
Water:
8.04 g
Other:
3.86 g
Protein:
7.8 g
Fats:
0.38 g
Carbs:
20.88 g
Water:
69.79 g
Other:
1.15 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +33.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +260.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +265.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +235.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +768% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.307 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.373 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.377 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.089 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.034 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.171 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +997.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +120.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -71% |
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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| Sodium | 1303mg | 2mg | 57% |
| Selenium | 32.4µg | 4.5µg | 51% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.603mg | 0.161mg | 37% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.127mg | 0.421mg | 36% |
| Folate | 212µg | 83µg | 32% |
| Starch | 71.23g | 29% | |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 7g | 23% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4mg | 0.161mg | 18% |
| Carbs | 76.31g | 20.88g | 18% |
| Manganese | 0.882mg | 0.516mg | 16% |
| Calories | 359kcal | 115kcal | 12% |
| Potassium | 188mg | 508mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.166mg | 0.235mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 17mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.715mg | 0.422mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 154mg | 111mg | 6% |
| Protein | 10.42g | 7.8g | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4.1mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 32.5mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 43mg | 3% |
| Fats | 1.37g | 0.38g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.087mg | 0.055mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0.5µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Iron | 2.44mg | 2.39mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.02µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.373g | 0.034g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.04mg | 0.18mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.377g | 0.171g | 1% |
| Zinc | 1.01mg | 0.95mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.307g | 0.089g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 75.11g | 13.88g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.53g | 2.9g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.086mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.221mg | 0.337mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.279mg | 0.411mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.523mg | 0.673mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.189mg | 0.523mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0.099mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.32mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.374mg | 0.469mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.15mg | 0.238mg | 0% |
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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
47%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
77%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pilaf is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.37g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pilaf is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pilaf is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pilaf is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lima beans is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lima beans contains less Sodium (difference - 1301mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lima beans is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.218g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lima beans is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)