Tahini vs. Hazelnut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
What are the main differences between Tahini and Hazelnut?
- Tahini is richer in Phosphorus, Selenium, Iron, Vitamin B1, Calcium, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B3, yet Hazelnut is richer in Manganese, Vitamin E, and Vitamin B6.
- Hazelnut's daily need coverage for Manganese is 205% higher.
- Tahini has 14 times more Selenium than Hazelnut. Tahini has 34.4µg of Selenium, while Hazelnut has 2.4µg.
We used Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type) and Nuts, hazelnuts or filberts types in this comparison.
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 CalciumCalcium | +273.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +90.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +88.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +152.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1333.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +71.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +64.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +324.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +235% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +89.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +318.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +202.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +5912% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +32.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +277.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +15.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +76.7% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +13.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +26.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +118.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +13% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +74.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +197.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -40.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +124.9% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in price |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated Fat |
|
||
| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
Opinion |
| Calories | 595kcal | 628kcal |
|
| Protein | 17g | 14.95g |
|
| Fats | 53.76g | 60.75g |
|
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 6.3mg |
|
| Net carbs | 11.89g | 7g |
|
| Carbs | 21.19g | 16.7g |
|
| Magnesium | 95mg | 163mg |
|
| Calcium | 426mg | 114mg |
|
| Potassium | 414mg | 680mg |
|
| Iron | 8.95mg | 4.7mg |
|
| Sugar | 0.49g | 4.34g |
|
| Fiber | 9.3g | 9.7g |
|
| Copper | 1.61mg | 1.725mg |
|
| Zinc | 4.62mg | 2.45mg |
|
| Starch | 0.48g |
|
|
| Phosphorus | 732mg | 290mg |
|
| Sodium | 115mg | 0mg |
|
| Vitamin A | 67IU | 20IU |
|
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 1µg |
|
| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 15.03mg |
|
| Manganese | 1.456mg | 6.175mg |
|
| Selenium | 34.4µg | 2.4µg |
|
| Vitamin B1 | 1.22mg | 0.643mg |
|
| Vitamin B2 | 0.473mg | 0.113mg |
|
| Vitamin B3 | 5.45mg | 1.8mg |
|
| Vitamin B5 | 0.693mg | 0.918mg |
|
| Vitamin B6 | 0.149mg | 0.563mg |
|
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 14.2µg |
|
| Folate | 98µg | 113µg |
|
| Choline | 25.8mg | 45.6mg |
|
| Saturated Fat | 7.529g | 4.464g |
|
| Monounsaturated Fat | 20.302g | 45.652g |
|
| Polyunsaturated fat | 23.564g | 7.92g |
|
| Tryptophan | 0.372mg | 0.193mg |
|
| Threonine | 0.706mg | 0.497mg |
|
| Isoleucine | 0.731mg | 0.545mg |
|
| Leucine | 1.302mg | 1.063mg |
|
| Lysine | 0.545mg | 0.42mg |
|
| Methionine | 0.561mg | 0.221mg |
|
| Phenylalanine | 0.901mg | 0.663mg |
|
| Valine | 0.95mg | 0.701mg |
|
| Histidine | 0.5mg | 0.432mg |
|
| Fructose | 0.07g |
|
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 |
|
People also compare
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
53%
67%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
194%
197%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tahini is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.85g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tahini is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
Tahini is cheaper (difference - $3.2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hazelnut contains less Sodium (difference - 115mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Hazelnut is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.065g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
?
The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
?
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
?
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.