Sun-dried tomato vs. Pesto — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between sun-dried tomato and pesto
- Sun-dried tomato has more vitamin C, copper, potassium, iron, and vitamin B3; however, pesto has more calcium, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, and phosphorus.
- Sun-dried tomato's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 113% more.
- Sun-dried tomato is lower in saturated Fat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Tomatoes, sun-dried, packed in oil, drained and Sauce, pesto, ready-to-serve, refrigerated.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +72.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +179.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +370.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +491.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +551.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +70.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +96.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +25.8% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +13.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +594.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +139.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +43.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +20.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +87.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +254.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.06 g
Fats:
14.08 g
Carbs:
23.33 g
Water:
53.83 g
Other:
3.7 g
Protein:
9.83 g
Fats:
37.6 g
Carbs:
10.09 g
Water:
38.98 g
Other:
3.5 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +131.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +38.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +94.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +167% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.893 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.663 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.06 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
7.07 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
22.155 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.546 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -73.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +155.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +217.8% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 213kcal | 418kcal |
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| Protein | 5.06g | 9.83g |
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| Fats | 14.08g | 37.6g |
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| Vitamin C | 101.8mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 17.53g | 8.29g |
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| Carbs | 23.33g | 10.09g |
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| Magnesium | 81mg | 47mg |
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| Calcium | 47mg | 306mg |
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| Potassium | 1565mg | 560mg |
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| Iron | 2.68mg | 0.57mg |
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| Sugar | 6.33g |
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| Fiber | 5.8g | 1.8g |
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| Copper | 0.473mg | 0.08mg |
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| Zinc | 0.78mg | 1.33mg |
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| Starch | 2.2g |
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| Phosphorus | 139mg | 273mg |
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| Sodium | 266mg | 603mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1286IU | 1544IU |
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| Vitamin A | 64µg | 77µg |
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| Vitamin E | 7.27mg |
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| Manganese | 0.466mg | 0.586mg |
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| Selenium | 3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.193mg | 0.17mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.383mg | 0.717mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.63mg | 0.523mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.479mg | 1.7mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.319mg | 0.133mg |
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| Vitamin K | 151.1µg |
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| Folate | 23µg | 16µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0g | 0.398g |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.893g | 7.07g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.663g | 22.155g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.06g | 6.546g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.037mg |
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| Threonine | 0.128mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.121mg |
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| Leucine | 0.185mg |
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| Lysine | 0.186mg |
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| Methionine | 0.044mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.131mg |
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| Valine | 0.13mg |
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| Histidine | 0.077mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.268g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.058g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.021g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.783g |
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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
57%
75%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sun-dried tomato is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.33g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sun-dried tomato contains less Sodium (difference - 337mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Sun-dried tomato is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.177g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pesto is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pesto is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
Which food is cheaper?
Pesto is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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