Ricotta vs. Sun-dried tomato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between ricotta and sun-dried tomato
- Ricotta has more selenium; however, sun-dried tomato has more vitamin C, copper, potassium, iron, fiber, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and manganese.
- Sun-dried tomato's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 113% more.
- Ricotta has 5 times more selenium than sun-dried tomato. Ricotta has 14.5µg of selenium, while sun-dried tomato has 3µg.
- Sun-dried tomato is lower in saturated fat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Cheese, ricotta, whole milk and Tomatoes, sun-dried, packed in oil, drained.
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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 | +340.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +48.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +13.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -68.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +383.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +636.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1390.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +605.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2152.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +7666.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +87.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1384.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +96.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3390.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +124.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +641.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +91.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.26 g
Fats:
12.98 g
Carbs:
3.04 g
Water:
71.7 g
Other:
1.02 g
Protein:
5.06 g
Fats:
14.08 g
Carbs:
23.33 g
Water:
53.83 g
Other:
3.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +122.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +33.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +667.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +262.7% |
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Fats
~14.08g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.295 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.627 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.385 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.893 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.663 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.06 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -77.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +138.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +435.1% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 101.8mg | 113% |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.473mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 1565mg | 43% |
| Iron | 0.38mg | 2.68mg | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 8.295g | 1.893g | 29% |
| Fiber | 0g | 5.8g | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.104mg | 3.63mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.319mg | 21% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 3µg | 21% |
| Manganese | 0.006mg | 0.466mg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 0mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 81mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 207mg | 47mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.013mg | 0.193mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.383mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.627g | 8.663g | 13% |
| Protein | 11.26g | 5.06g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.385g | 2.06g | 11% |
| Sodium | 84mg | 266mg | 8% |
| Carbs | 3.04g | 23.33g | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 120µg | 64µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.213mg | 0.479mg | 5% |
| Folate | 12µg | 23µg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 139mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.16mg | 0.78mg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 174kcal | 213kcal | 2% |
| Fats | 12.98g | 14.08g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.04g | 17.53g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.27g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.125mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.517mg | 0.128mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.589mg | 0.121mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.221mg | 0.185mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.338mg | 0.186mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.281mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.556mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.692mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.459mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
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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
14%
53%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
66%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sun-dried tomato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sun-dried tomato is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.27g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sun-dried tomato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.402g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ricotta contains less Sodium (difference - 182mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ricotta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food is cheaper?
Ricotta is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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