Shrimp vs. Arborio rice — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
The main differences between shrimp and arborio rice
- Shrimp has more copper, phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, calcium, and potassium; however, arborio rice has more manganese and iron.
- Daily need coverage for cholesterol for shrimp is 63% higher.
- Arborio rice is lower in cholesterol.
- Arborio rice has a higher glycemic index than shrimp.
Food types used in this article are Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Rice, white, short-grain, enriched, cooked.
Infographic
Infographic link
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 | +387.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +6900% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +896.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +426.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +310% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +618.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +186.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +981.8% |
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.
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.98 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
0.2 g
Water:
74.33 g
Other:
1.21 g
Protein:
2.36 g
Fats:
0.19 g
Carbs:
28.73 g
Water:
68.53 g
Other:
0.19 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +916.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +47.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +536.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +14265% |
~equal in
Water
~68.53g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.056 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.048 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.079 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.051 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.058 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +58% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +20.8% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~0.051g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated fat |
|
||
| Lower in price |
|
||
| Rich in vitamins |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
DV% diff. |
| Cholesterol | 189mg | 0mg | 63% |
| Protein | 23.98g | 2.36g | 43% |
| Copper | 0.379mg | 0.072mg | 34% |
| Phosphorus | 237mg | 33mg | 29% |
| Folate | 59µg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.164mg | 14% | |
| Selenium | 7.5µg | 14% | |
| Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.357mg | 14% |
| Iron | 0.51mg | 1.46mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 1.64mg | 0.4mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 0.2g | 28.73g | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.493mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.397mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 259mg | 26mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 1mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 39mg | 8mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 111mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.059mg | 5% | |
| Calories | 99kcal | 130kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.016mg | 1% | |
| Fats | 0.28g | 0.19g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.2g | 28.73g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 0.056g | 0.051g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.048g | 0.058g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 0.05g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.102mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.195mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.085mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.056mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.126mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.144mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
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
0%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shrimp is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shrimp is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arborio rice is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 189mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arborio rice contains less Sodium (difference - 111mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arborio rice is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.005g)
Which food is cheaper?
Arborio rice is cheaper (difference - $6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Arborio rice is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
?
The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)