Shallot vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are shallot and horned melon different?
- Shallot is higher than horned melon in vitamin B6, manganese, folate, copper, and potassium.
- Shallot covers your daily need for vitamin B6, 22% more than horned melon.
- Shallot contains 11 times more folate than horned melon. Shallot contains 34µg of folate, while horned melon contains 3µg.
- Horned melon has a higher glycemic index (48) than shallot (30).
Shallots, raw and Horned melon (Kiwano) types were used 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 CalciumCalcium | +184.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +171.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +340% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +62.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +648.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +90.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +20% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.3% |
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 | +50.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +140% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +58.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +447.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1033.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +182.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.5 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
16.8 g
Water:
79.8 g
Other:
0.8 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +40.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +122.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +86% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1160% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +11.5% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.345mg | 0.063mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 3.2g | 13% | |
| Manganese | 0.292mg | 0.039mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.088mg | 0.02mg | 8% |
| Folate | 34µg | 3µg | 8% |
| Potassium | 334mg | 123mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 40mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 16.8g | 7.56g | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 5.3mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 60mg | 37mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.025mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 13mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 1.2µg | 2% | |
| Choline | 11.3mg | 2% | |
| Fats | 0.1g | 1.26g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.29mg | 0.183mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 0.565mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0.8µg | 1% | |
| Protein | 2.5g | 1.78g | 1% |
| Calories | 72kcal | 44kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.4mg | 0.48mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 1.13mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 13.6g | 7.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.87g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 12mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.02mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.017g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.014g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.039g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.028mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.098mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.106mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.149mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.125mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.081mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.043mg | 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
14%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shallot is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is cheaper?
Shallot is cheaper (difference - $1.1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shallot is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shallot is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horned melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.87g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.017g)