Ranch dressing vs. Béchamel sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Ranch dressing and Béchamel sauce
- Ranch dressing is richer in Vitamin K, Vitamin E, and Phosphorus, yet Béchamel sauce is richer in Calcium, Vitamin D, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin A.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin K from Ranch dressing is 111% higher.
- Ranch dressing contains 13 times more Vitamin E than Béchamel sauce. Ranch dressing contains 2.22mg of Vitamin E, while Béchamel sauce contains 0.17mg.
- Béchamel sauce contains less Cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Salad dressing, ranch dressing, regular and Sauce, homemade, white, thin.
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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 IronIron | +42.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +46.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +84.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +37.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +200% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +350% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +154.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +147.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -63.6% |
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 | +1205.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +22283.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +132.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +279.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +1100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +111.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +383.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +24.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +36.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +76.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +125% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.32 g
Fats:
44.54 g
Carbs:
5.9 g
Water:
45.68 g
Other:
2.56 g
Protein:
3.77 g
Fats:
6.73 g
Carbs:
7.4 g
Water:
80.66 g
Other:
1.44 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +561.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +77.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +185.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +25.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +76.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.964 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
9.202 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
25.796 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.152 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.67 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.586 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +244.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1526.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -69.1% |
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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 430kcal | 105kcal |
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| Protein | 1.32g | 3.77g |
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| Fats | 44.54g | 6.73g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 5.9g | 7.3g |
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| Carbs | 5.9g | 7.4g |
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| Cholesterol | 26mg | 8mg |
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| Vitamin D | 3IU | 49IU |
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| Magnesium | 5mg | 15mg |
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| Calcium | 28mg | 126mg |
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| Potassium | 64mg | 163mg |
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| Iron | 0.3mg | 0.21mg |
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| Sugar | 4.69g | 4.78g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 0.1g |
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| Copper | 0.019mg | 0.013mg |
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| Zinc | 0.17mg | 0.42mg |
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| Starch | 0.57g |
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| Phosphorus | 186mg | 101mg |
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| Sodium | 901mg | 328mg |
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| Vitamin A | 69IU | 262IU |
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| Vitamin A | 15µg | 73µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.22mg | 0.17mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.024mg |
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| Selenium | 3.5µg | 3.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.055mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.087mg | 0.184mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.054mg | 0.261mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.272mg | 0.339mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.03mg | 0.041mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.17µg | 0.3µg |
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| Vitamin K | 134.3µg | 0.6µg |
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| Folate | 4µg | 9µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.182g |
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| Choline | 32.8mg | 14.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.964g | 2.152g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 9.202g | 2.67g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 25.796g | 1.586g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.046mg |
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| Threonine | 0.147mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.198mg |
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| Leucine | 0.32mg |
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| Lysine | 0.259mg |
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| Methionine | 0.082mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.157mg |
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| Valine | 0.219mg |
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| Histidine | 0.089mg |
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| Fructose | 0.68g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.004g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 3.276g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.139g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.019g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 22.153g |
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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
37%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ranch dressing is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.09g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Béchamel sauce is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 18mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Béchamel sauce contains less Sodium (difference - 573mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Béchamel sauce is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.812g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Béchamel sauce is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
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.