Quinoa vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between quinoa and kung Pao chicken?
- Quinoa is richer in manganese, copper, magnesium, and iron, while kung Pao chicken is higher in vitamin A, vitamin B3, vitamin K, selenium, and vitamin B6.
- Kung Pao chicken's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 26% higher.
- Kung Pao chicken has 3 times less magnesium than quinoa. Quinoa has 64mg of magnesium, while kung Pao chicken has 24mg.
- Quinoa is lower in sodium.
We used Quinoa, cooked and Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken 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 | +166.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +96.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +163% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +47.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +61.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +146.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +17.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +26.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +189.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +234.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +162.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +61.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +569.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +97.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +62.6% |
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:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +210% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +121.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +263.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +109.1% |
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Water
~74.78g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.231 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.078 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.352 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -82.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +311.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +180.1% |
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:
2.53 g
Sucrose:
1.86 g
Glucose:
0.63 g
Fructose:
0.54 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +596.8% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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Lactose
~0g
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Maltose
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Galactose
~0g
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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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 7mg | 402mg | 17% |
| Manganese | 0.631mg | 0.256mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.412mg | 2.757mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.192mg | 0.073mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.078g | 3.02g | 13% |
| Protein | 4.4g | 9.76g | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 13.6µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 10% | |
| Selenium | 2.8µg | 8.1µg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 64mg | 24mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.123mg | 0.243mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1.49mg | 0.76mg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 26mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 7.1mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 152mg | 94mg | 8% |
| Fats | 1.92g | 6.98g | 8% |
| Folate | 42µg | 16µg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 65µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.107mg | 0.032mg | 6% |
| Starch | 17.63g | 2.53g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 1.5g | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.11µg | 5% |
| Carbs | 21.3g | 6.87g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.231g | 1.352g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.055mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.528g | 2.173g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.63mg | 1.02mg | 3% |
| Choline | 23mg | 37.4mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 0.74mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 172mg | 218mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Calories | 120kcal | 129kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 18.5g | 5.37g | N/A |
| Calcium | 17mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.87g | 3.03g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.131mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.157mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.261mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.239mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.096mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.185mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.185mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.127mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.688g | 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%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Quinoa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Quinoa is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.16g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Quinoa contains less Sodium (difference - 395mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Quinoa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.121g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Quinoa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
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.