Saffron vs. Veggie burger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between saffron and veggie burgers
- Saffron is richer in manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, and potassium, yet veggie burgers are richer in vitamin B1, vitamin B12, and selenium.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for saffron is 1194% higher.
- Saffron contains 18 times more vitamin C than veggie burgers. Saffron contains 80.8mg of vitamin C, while veggie burgers contain 4.5mg.
- Saffron contains less sodium.
- Veggie burgers have a lower glycemic index than saffron.
Food types used in this article are Spices, saffron and Veggie burgers or soyburgers, unprepared.
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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 | +371.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +417.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +360.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +64% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -74% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2887.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +22.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +15.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +303.6% |
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 CVitamin C | +1695.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2205.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +157.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.43 g
Fats:
5.85 g
Carbs:
65.37 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.45 g
Protein:
15.7 g
Fats:
6.3 g
Carbs:
14.27 g
Water:
61.21 g
Other:
2.52 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +358.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +116.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +37.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +414.4% |
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Fats
~6.3g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.067 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.44 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.023 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +314.5% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~1.44g
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~2.023g
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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| Manganese | 28.408mg | 0.951mg | 1194% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.115mg | 2.651mg | 211% |
| Iron | 11.1mg | 2.41mg | 109% |
| Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 4.5mg | 85% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2.01µg | 84% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 0.303mg | 54% |
| Magnesium | 264mg | 56mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 1724mg | 333mg | 41% |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 22.6µg | 31% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 569mg | 18% |
| Carbs | 65.37g | 14.27g | 17% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.46mg | 3.753mg | 14% |
| Copper | 0.328mg | 0.2mg | 14% |
| Protein | 11.43g | 15.7g | 9% |
| Folate | 93µg | 124µg | 8% |
| Calories | 310kcal | 177kcal | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 252mg | 206mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.289mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin K | 4.2µg | 4% | |
| Choline | 19.4mg | 4% | |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 4.9g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 1µg | 3% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 136mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 1.778g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.267mg | 0.244mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 2% | |
| Starch | 5.78g | 2% | |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 1.26mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 1.586g | 1.44g | 1% |
| Fats | 5.85g | 6.3g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 61.47g | 9.37g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.07g | N/A | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 2.023g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.162mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.605mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.78mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.399mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.004mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.291mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.885mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.89mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.465mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.13g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.081g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | 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
54%
97%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
71%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Veggie burger is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.146g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Veggie burger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
Veggie burger is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Veggie burger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.07g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 421mg)
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.