Salsa vs. Peanut butter — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between salsa and peanut butter?
- Peanut butter has more vitamin B3, phosphorus, copper, magnesium, vitamin B6, zinc, folate, and fiber than salsa.
- Peanut butter's daily need coverage for vitamin B3 is 75% higher.
- Peanut butter has 25 times less sodium than salsa. Salsa has 430mg of sodium, while peanut butter has 17mg.
We used USDA Commodity, salsa and Peanut butter, smooth style, without salt types in this comparison.
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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 IronIron | +28.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +950% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +308.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +106.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +339.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1376.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1016.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +925% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +540% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1114.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +196% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +357.9% |
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:
22.21 g
Fats:
51.36 g
Carbs:
22.31 g
Water:
1.23 g
Other:
2.89 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +7192.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1380.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +25580% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +218.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +80.6% |
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
10.325 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
25.941 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.535 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +162031.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +11615% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.107g | 12.535g | 83% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 51.36g | 79% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 13.112mg | 75% |
| Manganese | 1.665mg | 72% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 25.941g | 65% |
| Vitamin E | 9.1mg | 61% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.029g | 10.325g | 47% |
| Phosphorus | 30mg | 335mg | 44% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 22.21g | 41% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.422mg | 36% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 168mg | 36% |
| Calories | 36kcal | 598kcal | 28% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.137mg | 23% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.149mg | 0.441mg | 22% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 2.51mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 17mg | 18% |
| Folate | 19µg | 87µg | 17% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 5g | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.192mg | 12% |
| Choline | 63mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.15mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 270mg | 558mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 4.1µg | 7% |
| Iron | 2.24mg | 1.74mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 7g | 22.31g | 5% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 49mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Starch | 3.56g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.6g | 17.31g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.49g | N/A | |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.075g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.231mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.525mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.616mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.546mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.681mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.202mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.782mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.557mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.027g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 12.215g | N/A |
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
9%
60%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
84%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salsa is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.49g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salsa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.296g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salsa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is cheaper?
Salsa is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peanut butter contains less Sodium (difference - 413mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Peanut butter is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Peanut butter is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)