Salsa vs. Tomato paste — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between salsa and tomato paste
- Tomato paste is richer than salsa in copper, potassium, vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B3, fiber, vitamin B2, iron, and selenium.
- Daily need coverage for copper for tomato paste is 30% higher.
- Salsa contains 7 times more sodium than tomato paste. Salsa contains 430mg of sodium, while tomato paste contains 59mg.
Food types used in this article are USDA Commodity, salsa and Tomato products, canned, paste, without salt added.
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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 | +162.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +275.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +33% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +280.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +270.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +176.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1225% |
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 FolateFolate | +58.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +447.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +171.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +410% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +184.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +45% |
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:
4.32 g
Fats:
0.47 g
Carbs:
18.91 g
Water:
73.5 g
Other:
2.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +22% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +188% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +135% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +170.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +75% |
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
0.1 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.067 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.16 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -71% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +318.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +49.5% |
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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| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.365mg | 30% |
| Vitamin E | 4.3mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 270mg | 1014mg | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 21.9mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 59mg | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.302mg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 3.076mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 4.1g | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 11.4µg | 10% | |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 5.3µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.153mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2.24mg | 2.98mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 30mg | 83mg | 8% |
| Choline | 38.5mg | 7% | |
| Fructose | 5.85g | 7% | |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 42mg | 6% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 4.32g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.149mg | 0.216mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 76µg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 0.63mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 7g | 18.91g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.142mg | 3% | |
| Folate | 19µg | 12µg | 2% |
| Calories | 36kcal | 82kcal | 2% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 36mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.06mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 0.47g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 5.6g | 14.81g | N/A |
| Sugar | 12.18g | N/A | |
| Starch | 0.22g | 0% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.029g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 0.067g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.107g | 0.16g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.133mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.089mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.124mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.13mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.088mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.071mg | 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%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tomato paste is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tomato paste contains less Sodium (difference - 371mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tomato paste is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salsa is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.18g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salsa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.071g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salsa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)