Tempeh vs. Fettuccine — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tempeh and fettuccine?
- Fettuccine has less phosphorus, iron, vitamin B2, magnesium, vitamin B6, zinc, calcium, and potassium than tempeh.
- Tempeh's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 34% higher.
- Tempeh has 14 times more magnesium than fettuccine. Tempeh has 81mg of magnesium, while fettuccine has 6mg.
- Fettuccine contains less saturated fat.
- Tempeh has a lower glycemic index than fettuccine.
We used Tempeh and KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree types in this comparison.
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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 | +1250% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +296.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +145.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +350% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1040% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +964% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +411.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +46.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +330% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +15.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.29 g
Fats:
10.8 g
Carbs:
7.64 g
Water:
59.65 g
Other:
1.62 g
Protein:
6.2 g
Fats:
2.7 g
Carbs:
14 g
Water:
75.2 g
Other:
1.9 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +227.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +300% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +83.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +26.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.539 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.205 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.3 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.9 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +256.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +975% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -64.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.56mg | 62% | |
| Manganese | 1.3mg | 57% | |
| Phosphorus | 266mg | 25mg | 34% |
| Protein | 20.29g | 6.2g | 28% |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 0.6mg | 26% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 0.4g | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 0.07mg | 22% |
| Magnesium | 81mg | 6mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.05mg | 13% |
| Fats | 10.8g | 2.7g | 12% |
| Zinc | 1.14mg | 0.1mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 28mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% | |
| Potassium | 412mg | 168mg | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.539g | 0.9g | 7% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 166mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg | 6% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.205g | 0.9g | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.64mg | 1.8mg | 5% |
| Calories | 192kcal | 99kcal | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 14mg | 5% |
| Folate | 24µg | 6µg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 7.64g | 14g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.09mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.64g | 12g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.3g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.194mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.796mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.88mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.43mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.908mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.893mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.92mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.466mg | 0% |
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
19%
7%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%
9%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tempeh is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 157mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Tempeh is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tempeh is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tempeh is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fettuccine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.639g)