Saffron vs. Wasabi — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
What are the differences between saffron and wasabi?
- Saffron is higher in manganese, iron, vitamin B6, magnesium, vitamin C, potassium, phosphorus, copper, and folate, yet wasabi is higher in fiber.
- Saffron's daily need coverage for manganese is 1218% more.
- Saffron has 11 times more iron than wasabi. While saffron has 11.1mg of iron, wasabi has only 1.03mg.
- The glycemic index of wasabi is lower.
We used Spices, saffron and Wasabi, root, raw types in this article.
Infographic

Infographic link
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 | +282.6% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +203.5% |
Contains more IronIron | +977.7% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +111.6% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +215% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +7165.5% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +15.3% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +48.6% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.5% |
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 | +92.8% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1250% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +134.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +96.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +268.6% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +416.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +13.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +138.1% |
Contains more FatsFats | +828.6% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +177.7% |
Contains more OtherOther | +183.9% |
Contains more WaterWater | +480.8% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
![]() |
![]() |
||
Lower in Sodium |
![]() |
||
Lower in Saturated fat |
![]() |
||
Lower in Glycemic Index |
![]() |
||
Lower in price |
![]() |
||
Rich in minerals |
![]() |
||
Rich in vitamins |
![]() |
||
Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Lower in Sugar | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | ![]() |
![]() |
DV% diff. |
Manganese | 28.408mg | 0.391mg | 1218% |
Iron | 11.1mg | 1.03mg | 126% |
Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 0.274mg | 57% |
Magnesium | 264mg | 69mg | 46% |
Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 41.9mg | 43% |
Potassium | 1724mg | 568mg | 34% |
Phosphorus | 252mg | 80mg | 25% |
Copper | 0.328mg | 0.155mg | 19% |
Folate | 93µg | 18µg | 19% |
Fiber | 3.9g | 7.8g | 16% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 14% | |
Carbs | 65.37g | 23.54g | 14% |
Protein | 11.43g | 4.8g | 13% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.267mg | 0.114mg | 12% |
Calories | 310kcal | 109kcal | 10% |
Selenium | 5.6µg | 10% | |
Fats | 5.85g | 0.63g | 8% |
Saturated fat | 1.586g | 7% | |
Sodium | 148mg | 17mg | 6% |
Zinc | 1.09mg | 1.62mg | 5% |
Vitamin B3 | 1.46mg | 0.743mg | 4% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.203mg | 4% | |
Vitamin A | 27µg | 2µg | 3% |
Calcium | 111mg | 128mg | 2% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.115mg | 0.131mg | 1% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 1% | |
Net carbs | 61.47g | 15.74g | N/A |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?


is better in case of low diet
![]() |
![]() |
|
Low Calories diet |
![]() |
|
Low Fats diet |
![]() |
|
Low Carbs diet |
![]() |
|
Low Glycemic Index diet |
![]() |
People also compare
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%

23%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%

36%

Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?

Wasabi contains less Sodium (difference - 131mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Wasabi is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.586g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Wasabi is lower in glycemic index (difference - 29)
Which food is cheaper?

Wasabi is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Saffron is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
?
The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
?
The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)