Quinoa vs. Potato pancake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are quinoa and potato pancake different?
- Quinoa is higher in manganese; however, potato pancake is richer in vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin B12, selenium, and choline.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for potato pancake is 33% higher.
- Quinoa contains 2 times more manganese than potato pancake. While quinoa contains 0.631mg of manganese, potato pancake contains only 0.26mg.
- Quinoa has less saturated fat.
Quinoa, cooked and Potato pancakes 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +77.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +55.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +142.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +88.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +261.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +12.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +217.9% |
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 | +173.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +47.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +305.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +264.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +222.6% |
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:
6.08 g
Fats:
14.76 g
Carbs:
27.81 g
Water:
47.77 g
Other:
3.58 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +49.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +38.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +668.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +30.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +364.9% |
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
2.496 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.516 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +606.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +597.2% |
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:
20.88 g
Sucrose:
0.39 g
Glucose:
0.76 g
Fructose:
0.56 g
Lactose:
0.03 g
Maltose:
0.03 g
Galactose:
0.03 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +18.4% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.078g | 7.516g | 43% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 764mg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 95mg | 32% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 27.6mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.123mg | 0.448mg | 25% |
| Fats | 1.92g | 14.76g | 20% |
| Manganese | 0.631mg | 0.26mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.757mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 172mg | 622mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.29µg | 12% |
| Selenium | 2.8µg | 8.9µg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.231g | 2.496g | 10% |
| Choline | 23mg | 74.2mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.412mg | 1.672mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.528g | 3.73g | 8% |
| Magnesium | 64mg | 36mg | 7% |
| Calories | 120kcal | 268kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.173mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.107mg | 0.158mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 0.7mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 32µg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 152mg | 128mg | 3% |
| Protein | 4.4g | 6.08g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.63mg | 0.23mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 32mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.3µg | 2% |
| Carbs | 21.3g | 27.81g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 3.3g | 2% |
| Iron | 1.49mg | 1.67mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2.7µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.56g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 11IU | 1% |
| Copper | 0.192mg | 0.18mg | 1% |
| Starch | 17.63g | 20.88g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 18.5g | 24.51g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.87g | 1.79g | N/A |
| Folate | 42µg | 41µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.131mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.157mg | 0.28mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.261mg | 0.442mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.239mg | 0.389mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.096mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.185mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.185mg | 0.369mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.127mg | 0.141mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | 0.008g | N/A |
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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%
37%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Quinoa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Quinoa is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.92g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Quinoa contains less Sodium (difference - 757mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Quinoa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.265g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato pancake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 53)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato pancake 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.