Salsa vs. Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between salsa and cowpea (Black-eyed pea)
- Salsa has more vitamin A, while cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has more folate, fiber, copper, phosphorus, vitamin B1, zinc, and magnesium.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea)'s daily need coverage for folate is 47% higher.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains 108 times less sodium than salsa. Salsa contains 430mg of sodium, while cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains 4mg.
The food types used in this comparison are USDA Commodity, salsa and Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt.
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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 | +231.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more IronIron | +12.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +179.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +658.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +420% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +525% |
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 | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +118.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +49% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +304% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +83.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +994.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
7 g
Water:
89.7 g
Other:
1.6 g
Protein:
7.73 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
20.76 g
Water:
70.04 g
Other:
0.94 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +28.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +70.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +415.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +165% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +196.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.029 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.016 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.107 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.138 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.225 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -79% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +175% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +110.3% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 19µg | 208µg | 47% |
| Manganese | 0.475mg | 21% | |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 6.5g | 20% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.268mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 4mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 30mg | 156mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.202mg | 13% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 7.73g | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 1.29mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 53mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.411mg | 8% | |
| Choline | 32.2mg | 6% | |
| Carbs | 7g | 20.76g | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.149mg | 0.1mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 0.495mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 2.5µg | 4% |
| Calories | 36kcal | 116kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 0.4mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.24mg | 2.51mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 1µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.28mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.055mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.107g | 0.225g | 1% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Fats | 0.2g | 0.53g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.6g | 14.26g | N/A |
| Potassium | 270mg | 278mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.3g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 0.029g | 0.138g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 0.044g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.095mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.294mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.314mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.592mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.523mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.451mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.368mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.24mg | 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
9%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salsa is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.3g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salsa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.109g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salsa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 52)
Which food is cheaper?
Salsa is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains less Sodium (difference - 426mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)