Tempeh vs. Kielbasa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are tempeh and kielbasa different?
- Tempeh is richer in iron and polyunsaturated fat, while kielbasa is higher in vitamin C and monounsaturated fat.
- Kielbasa covers your daily need for sodium, 52% more than tempeh.
- Tempeh contains 2 times more iron than kielbasa. Tempeh contains 2.7mg of iron, while kielbasa contains 1.24mg.
- Tempeh is lower in saturated fat.
- Kielbasa has a higher glycemic index (28) than tempeh (15).
Tempeh and Kielbasa, Polish, turkey and beef, smoked 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +117.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.3% |
| 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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +54.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +95.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +63% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +109.9% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -59.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +84.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +158% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.56mg | 62% | |
| Manganese | 1.3mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 9mg | 1200mg | 52% |
| Phosphorus | 266mg | 38% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 28% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 70mg | 23% |
| Magnesium | 81mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 1.24mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.64mg | 17% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.539g | 6.23g | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 14.8mg | 16% |
| Protein | 20.29g | 13.1g | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.205g | 8.27g | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 2.33g | 13% |
| Potassium | 412mg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 111mg | 11% | |
| Fats | 10.8g | 17.6g | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.14mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg | 6% | |
| Folate | 24µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 3% | |
| Calories | 192kcal | 226kcal | 2% |
| Carbs | 7.64g | 3.9g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.64g | 3.9g | 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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tempeh is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 70mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 1191mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tempeh is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.691g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is cheaper?
Tempeh is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tempeh is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tempeh is relatively richer in vitamins