Shallot vs. Russet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between shallot and russet potatoes
- Shallot has less vitamin B3 and potassium than russet potatoes.
- Shallot has 7 times more sugar than russet potatoes. While shallot has 7.87g of sugar, russet potatoes have only 1.08g.
- The glycemic index of russet potatoes is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Shallots, raw and Potatoes, Russet, flesh, and skin, baked.
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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 | +105.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +12.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +14.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +28.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +140% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +42.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +64.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +21.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.3% |
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 FolateFolate | +30.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +11.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +140% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +574% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +31% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +150% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +32.7% |
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:
2.63 g
Fats:
0.13 g
Carbs:
21.44 g
Water:
74.45 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +30% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +27.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +68.8% |
~equal in
Protein
~2.63g
~equal in
Water
~74.45g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.017 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.014 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.039 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.032 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.003 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.054 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -46.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +366.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +38.5% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Starch | 17.45g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 1.348mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 334mg | 550mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3.2g | 2.3g | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.292mg | 0.228mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 1.07mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.02mg | 0.048mg | 2% |
| Folate | 34µg | 26µg | 2% |
| Carbs | 16.8g | 21.44g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 30mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 60mg | 71mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.088mg | 0.107mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.29mg | 0.38mg | 2% |
| Calories | 72kcal | 97kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.345mg | 0.354mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.8µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Choline | 11.3mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 1.2µg | 0.5µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.067mg | 1% |
| Protein | 2.5g | 2.63g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 0.13g | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 8.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 13.6g | 19.14g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.87g | 1.08g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.4mg | 0.35mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.04mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.017g | 0.032g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.014g | 0.003g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.039g | 0.054g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.028mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.098mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.106mg | 0.085mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.149mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.125mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.027mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.081mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.11mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.043mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 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
14%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shallot contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shallot is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.015g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shallot is lower in glycemic index (difference - 52)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Russet potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.79g)
Which food is cheaper?
Russet potato is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Russet 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.