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Smoothie vs. Scallion — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are Smoothie and Scallion different?

  • Smoothie is richer in Vitamin B12, and Vitamin C, while Scallion is higher in Iron, Fiber, and Potassium.
  • Scallion covers your daily need of Iron 17% more than Smoothie.
  • Scallion is lower in Sugar.

Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana and Onions, spring or scallions (includes tops and bulb), raw 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 Calcium +75.6%
Contains more Iron +886.7%
Contains more Potassium +1050%
Contains less Sodium -44.8%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 13% 6% 0% 0% 3% 4% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 22% 56% 15% 16% 25% 3% 11% 28% 21% 4%
Contains more Calcium +75.6%
Contains more Iron +886.7%
Contains more Potassium +1050%
Contains less Sodium -44.8%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin C +30.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +55.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +34.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin A +144.4%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 25% 0% 0% 82% 0% 0% 16% 0% 19% 0% 30% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 60% 11% 0% 63% 14% 19% 10% 5% 15% 48% 0% 518%
Contains more Vitamin C +30.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +55.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +34.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin A +144.4%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +11.2%
Contains more Protein +50%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Other +138.2%
Equal in Carbs - 7.34
Equal in Water - 89.83
8% 90%
Protein: 1.22 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 8.16 g
Water: 90.28 g
Other: 0.34 g
2% 7% 90%
Protein: 1.83 g
Fats: 0.19 g
Carbs: 7.34 g
Water: 89.83 g
Other: 0.81 g
Contains more Carbs +11.2%
Contains more Protein +50%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Other +138.2%
Equal in Carbs - 7.34
Equal in Water - 89.83

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Smoothie Scallion
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Smoothie Scallion Opinion
Net carbs 8.16g 4.74g Smoothie
Protein 1.22g 1.83g Scallion
Fats 0g 0.19g Scallion
Carbs 8.16g 7.34g Smoothie
Calories 37kcal 32kcal Smoothie
Sugar 7.35g 2.33g Scallion
Fiber 0g 2.6g Scallion
Calcium 41mg 72mg Scallion
Iron 0.15mg 1.48mg Scallion
Magnesium 20mg Scallion
Phosphorus 37mg Scallion
Potassium 24mg 276mg Scallion
Sodium 29mg 16mg Scallion
Zinc 0.39mg Scallion
Copper 0.083mg Scallion
Manganese 0.16mg Scallion
Selenium 0.6µg Scallion
Vitamin A 408IU 997IU Scallion
Vitamin A RAE 50µg Scallion
Vitamin E 0.55mg Scallion
Vitamin C 24.5mg 18.8mg Smoothie
Vitamin B1 0.055mg Scallion
Vitamin B2 0.08mg Scallion
Vitamin B3 0.816mg 0.525mg Smoothie
Vitamin B5 0.075mg Scallion
Vitamin B6 0.082mg 0.061mg Smoothie
Folate 64µg Scallion
Vitamin B12 0.24µg 0µg Smoothie
Vitamin K 207µg Scallion
Tryptophan 0.02mg Scallion
Threonine 0.072mg Scallion
Isoleucine 0.077mg Scallion
Leucine 0.109mg Scallion
Lysine 0.091mg Scallion
Methionine 0.02mg Scallion
Phenylalanine 0.059mg Scallion
Valine 0.081mg Scallion
Histidine 0.032mg Scallion
Saturated Fat 0g 0.032g Smoothie
Monounsaturated Fat 0.027g Scallion
Polyunsaturated fat 0.074g Scallion

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Smoothie Scallion
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Smoothie
63%
Scallion
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Smoothie
20%
Scallion

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.032g)
Which food is cheaper?
Smoothie
Smoothie is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Scallion
Scallion is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.02g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Scallion
Scallion contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Scallion
Scallion is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Scallion
Scallion is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Scallion
Scallion is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Smoothie - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174829/nutrients
  2. Scallion - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170005/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.