Rice noodles vs. Pasta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between rice noodles and pasta?
- Rice noodles are higher in phosphorus and manganese, yet pasta is higher in folate, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B12, and iron.
- Rice noodles' daily need coverage for saturated fat is 764% more.
- Rice noodles have 30 times more sodium than pasta. While rice noodles have 182mg of sodium, pasta has only 6mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in pasta is lower.
- The glycemic index of pasta is lower.
We used Rice noodles, dry 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 CalciumCalcium | +200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +25% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +32.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +142.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +122.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more IronIron | +62.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +19.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.7% |
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 CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +574.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +782.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +348.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +258.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +126.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2033.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.95 g
Fats:
0.56 g
Carbs:
80.18 g
Water:
11.91 g
Other:
1.4 g
Protein:
5.15 g
Fats:
1.05 g
Carbs:
24.93 g
Water:
68.56 g
Other:
0.31 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +221.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +351.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +87.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +475.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
153 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.175 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.15 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 | +41.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +186% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 153g | 0.15g | 695% |
| Selenium | 15.1µg | 27% | |
| Carbs | 80.18g | 24.93g | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.209mg | 15% |
| Folate | 3µg | 64µg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 153mg | 63mg | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.498mg | 0.224mg | 12% |
| Calories | 364kcal | 131kcal | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 33mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.017mg | 0.15mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 182mg | 6mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.14µg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 1.14mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.221mg | 0.992mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.051mg | 0.183mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.15g | 0.429g | 2% |
| Copper | 0.078mg | 0.093mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 0.56mg | 2% |
| Protein | 5.95g | 5.15g | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.015mg | 0.034mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.56g | 1.05g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 6mg | 1% |
| Choline | 5.5mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 78.58g | 24.93g | N/A |
| Potassium | 30mg | 24mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.12g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.175g | 0.124g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.072mg | 0.065mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.21mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.244mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.488mg | 0.348mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.207mg | 0.097mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.144mg | 0.079mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.317mg | 0.247mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.348mg | 0.217mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.149mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
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
2%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Rice noodles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Rice noodles is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Rice noodles is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pasta is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.12g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 176mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 152.85g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pasta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pasta is relatively richer in vitamins