Quinoa vs. Balsamic vinegar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between quinoa and balsamic vinegar?
- Quinoa has more manganese, phosphorus, copper, magnesium, iron, and zinc than balsamic vinegar.
- Quinoa's daily need coverage for manganese is 22% higher.
- Balsamic vinegar has 14 times less zinc than quinoa. Quinoa has 1.09mg of zinc, while balsamic vinegar has 0.08mg.
- Quinoa is lower in sugar.
We used Quinoa, cooked and Vinegar, balsamic 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 | +433.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +53.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +106.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +638.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1262.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +700% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -69.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +381.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +58.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.4 g
Fats:
1.92 g
Carbs:
21.3 g
Water:
71.61 g
Other:
0.77 g
Protein:
0.49 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
17.03 g
Water:
76.45 g
Other:
6.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +798% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +25.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +683.1% |
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Water
~76.45g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
17.63 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
7.57 g
Fructose:
7.38 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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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 |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.631mg | 0.131mg | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 152mg | 19mg | 19% |
| Copper | 0.192mg | 0.026mg | 18% |
| Magnesium | 64mg | 12mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 11% | |
| Folate | 42µg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.49mg | 0.72mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 0.08mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.107mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.123mg | 9% | |
| Fructose | 7.38g | 9% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 8% | |
| Protein | 4.4g | 0.49g | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.078g | 7% | |
| Starch | 17.63g | 7% | |
| Selenium | 2.8µg | 5% | |
| Choline | 23mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.63mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.412mg | 3% | |
| Fats | 1.92g | 0g | 3% |
| Calories | 120kcal | 88kcal | 2% |
| Potassium | 172mg | 112mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 27mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.231g | 0g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.528g | 1% | |
| Carbs | 21.3g | 17.03g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 18.5g | 17.03g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.87g | 14.95g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.131mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.157mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.261mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.239mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.096mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.185mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.185mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.127mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | 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
11%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
9%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Quinoa is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.08g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Quinoa contains less Sodium (difference - 16mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Quinoa is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Quinoa is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Quinoa is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.231g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Balsamic vinegar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)