Surimi vs. Omelette — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are surimi and omelette different?
- Surimi is higher in vitamin B12 and phosphorus; however, omelette is richer in vitamin B2, vitamin B5, iron, vitamin A, folate, and vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for cholesterol for omelette is 94% higher.
- Surimi contains 2 times more vitamin B12 than omelette. While surimi contains 1.6µg of vitamin B12, omelette contains only 0.76µg.
- Surimi has less cholesterol.
- Omelette has a lower glycemic index (0) than surimi (50).
Fish, surimi and Egg, whole, cooked, omelet are the varieties 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +290.9% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +68.9% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +433.3% |
Contains more IronIron | +469.2% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +96.9% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +230.3% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +118.2% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +243.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +110.5% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +760% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +104.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +70% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1738.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1741.4% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +376.7% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +4400% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +1850% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +43.6% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +970.3% |
Contains more FatsFats | +1195.6% |
Contains more OtherOther | +37% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.2% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3150.3% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +512.2% |
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 Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sugar |
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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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Lower in price |
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Rich in minerals |
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Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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DV% diff. |
Cholesterol | 30mg | 313mg | 94% |
Choline | 247.6mg | 45% | |
Vitamin B12 | 1.6µg | 0.76µg | 35% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.021mg | 0.386mg | 28% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.07mg | 1.289mg | 24% |
Fats | 0.9g | 11.66g | 17% |
Vitamin A | 20µg | 172µg | 17% |
Phosphorus | 282mg | 167mg | 16% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.443g | 2.712g | 15% |
Iron | 0.26mg | 1.48mg | 15% |
Saturated fat | 0.191g | 3.319g | 14% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.149g | 4.843g | 12% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.03mg | 0.143mg | 9% |
Vitamin D | 1.7µg | 9% | |
Protein | 15.18g | 10.57g | 9% |
Vitamin D | 69IU | 9% | |
Folate | 2µg | 39µg | 9% |
Magnesium | 43mg | 11mg | 8% |
Zinc | 0.33mg | 1.09mg | 7% |
Vitamin E | 0.63mg | 1.29mg | 4% |
Selenium | 28.1µg | 25.8µg | 4% |
Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 4.5µg | 4% |
Calcium | 9mg | 48mg | 4% |
Copper | 0.032mg | 0.063mg | 3% |
Calories | 99kcal | 154kcal | 3% |
Carbs | 6.85g | 0.64g | 2% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.22mg | 0.064mg | 1% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.034mg | 1% |
Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.024mg | 1% |
Sodium | 143mg | 155mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 6.85g | 0.64g | N/A |
Potassium | 112mg | 117mg | 0% |
Sugar | 0g | 0.31g | N/A |
Trans fat | 0.709g | N/A | |
Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
Threonine | 0.734mg | 0.467mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 0.709mg | 0.565mg | 0% |
Leucine | 1.202mg | 0.913mg | 0% |
Lysine | 1.387mg | 0.767mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.515mg | 0.319mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 0.595mg | 0.572mg | 0% |
Valine | 0.77mg | 0.722mg | 0% |
Histidine | 0.35mg | 0.26mg | 0% |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.157g | 0g | N/A |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0.241g | 0.049g | N/A |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.014g | 0.006g | N/A |
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.015g | N/A |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Surimi is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 283mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Surimi is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.31g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Surimi contains less Sodium (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Surimi is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.128g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Omelette is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?

Omelette is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Omelette is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Omelette is relatively richer in vitamins