Semolina vs. Watercress — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between semolina and watercress?
- Semolina is higher in selenium, manganese, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, copper, phosphorus, and vitamin B1, yet watercress is higher in vitamin K, vitamin A, and vitamin C.
- Watercress's daily need coverage for vitamin K is 208% more.
- Semolina has 25 times more vitamin B3 than watercress. While semolina has 5.048mg of vitamin B3, watercress has only 0.2mg.
- The glycemic index of watercress is lower.
We used Rice, white, long-grain, parboiled, unenriched, dry and Watercress, raw types in this article.
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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 | +28.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +270% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +268.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +827.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +155% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +324.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2111.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +69% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +89.7% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +148.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2424% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +116.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +250.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +3233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +140% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +249900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +12.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.51 g
Fats:
1.03 g
Carbs:
80.89 g
Water:
9.86 g
Other:
0.71 g
Protein:
2.3 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
1.29 g
Water:
95.11 g
Other:
1.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +226.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +930% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +6170.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +864.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +69% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.294 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.258 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.322 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.027 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.008 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.035 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3125% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +820% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.8% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 250µg | 208% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 43mg | 48% |
| Selenium | 19.9µg | 0.9µg | 35% |
| Manganese | 1.035mg | 0.244mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.048mg | 0.2mg | 30% |
| Starch | 68.29g | 28% | |
| Carbs | 80.89g | 1.29g | 27% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.452mg | 0.129mg | 25% |
| Copper | 0.284mg | 0.077mg | 23% |
| Calories | 374kcal | 11kcal | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 160µg | 18% | |
| Phosphorus | 153mg | 60mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.224mg | 0.09mg | 11% |
| Protein | 7.51g | 2.3g | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.02mg | 0.11mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.672mg | 0.31mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.74mg | 0.2mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.03mg | 1mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 0.5g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.12mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 120mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 174mg | 330mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.322g | 0.035g | 2% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 41mg | 2% |
| Choline | 9mg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Fats | 1.03g | 0.1g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.294g | 0.027g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.258g | 0.008g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 79.09g | 0.79g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.33g | 0.2g | N/A |
| Folate | 8µg | 9µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.103mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.271mg | 0.133mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.339mg | 0.093mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.656mg | 0.166mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.215mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.183mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.398mg | 0.114mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.185mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.02g | 0% |
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
24%
74%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
52%
18%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Watercress is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.13g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Watercress is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.267g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Watercress is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is cheaper?
Watercress is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Semolina contains less Sodium (difference - 39mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Semolina is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.