Shallot vs. Potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between shallot and potatoes
- Shallot contains less vitamin B3 and potassium than potatoes.
- Potatoes contain 7 times less sugar than shallot. Shallot contains 7.87g of sugar, while potatoes contain 1.18g.
- Shallot has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of shallot is 30, while the glycemic index of potatoes is 86.
The food types used in this comparison are Shallots, raw and Potatoes, baked, flesh, and skin, 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 CalciumCalcium | +146.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +33.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +200% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +60.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +34.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -16.7% |
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 FolateFolate | +21.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +140% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +605% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +29.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +150% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +31% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +30% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +25.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +66.3% |
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Protein
~2.5g
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Water
~74.89g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -50% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +366.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +46.2% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 1.41mg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.27g | 7% | |
| Potassium | 334mg | 535mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3.2g | 2.2g | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.345mg | 0.311mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.292mg | 0.219mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.088mg | 0.118mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.29mg | 0.376mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.02mg | 0.048mg | 2% |
| Folate | 34µg | 28µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 1.08mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 15mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9.6mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0.8µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 16.8g | 21.15g | 1% |
| Selenium | 1.2µg | 0.4µg | 1% |
| Calories | 72kcal | 93kcal | 1% |
| Choline | 11.3mg | 14.8mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 60mg | 70mg | 1% |
| Protein | 2.5g | 2.5g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 0.13g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 13.6g | 18.95g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.87g | 1.18g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.4mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 10mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.04mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.064mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.017g | 0.034g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.014g | 0.003g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.039g | 0.057g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.028mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.098mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.106mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.149mg | 0.119mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.125mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.027mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.081mg | 0.099mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.11mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.043mg | 0.042mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.34g | 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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
22%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shallot is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.017g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shallot is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.69g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato is cheaper (difference - $0.1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.