Refried beans vs. Pasta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between refried beans and pasta?
- Refried beans are higher in potassium, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, yet pasta is higher in folate, vitamin B1, vitamin B12, and vitamin B2.
- Refried beans' daily need coverage for sodium is 16% more.
- The amount of sodium in pasta is lower.
- The glycemic index of refried beans is lower.
We used Refried beans, canned, traditional style (includes USDA commodity) and Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked types 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 | +94.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +383.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1229.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +26.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +38.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +29% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +202.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +175% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +89.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +170.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +481.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.98 g
Fats:
2.01 g
Carbs:
13.55 g
Water:
77.75 g
Other:
1.71 g
Protein:
5.15 g
Fats:
1.05 g
Carbs:
24.93 g
Water:
68.56 g
Other:
0.31 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +91.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +451.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +84% |
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Protein
~5.15g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.631 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.601 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.543 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.15 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.429 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +384.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +26.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76.2% |
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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| Histidine | 153mg | 0.103mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 370mg | 6mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 15% | |
| Folate | 11µg | 64µg | 13% |
| Selenium | 5.8µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.076mg | 0.209mg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 33mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 319mg | 24mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.14µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.103mg | 0.034mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.079mg | 0.15mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 92mg | 63mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.367mg | 0.992mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 35mg | 18mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.093mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 13.55g | 24.93g | 4% |
| Iron | 1.44mg | 1.14mg | 4% |
| Choline | 21.2mg | 4% | |
| Starch | 7.43g | 3% | |
| Manganese | 0.289mg | 0.224mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.631g | 0.15g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.1µg | 2% | |
| Calories | 90kcal | 131kcal | 2% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 6mg | 2% |
| Fats | 2.01g | 1.05g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.09mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.601g | 0.124g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.543g | 0.429g | 1% |
| Protein | 4.98g | 5.15g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 9.85g | 24.93g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.54g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.58mg | 0.56mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.189mg | 0.183mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.016g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.065mg | 0.065mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.231mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.242mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.438mg | 0.348mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.377mg | 0.097mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.083mg | 0.079mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.297mg | 0.247mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.287mg | 0.217mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.169g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.36g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Refried beans is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Refried beans is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
Refried beans is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Refried beans is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pasta is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.54g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 364mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.481g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.