Tempeh vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are tempeh and fish sandwiches different?
- Tempeh is higher in copper, manganese, phosphorus, vitamin B2, iron, and magnesium; however, fish sandwiches are richer in selenium and vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for copper for tempeh is 54% higher.
- Tempeh contains 5 times more manganese than fish sandwiches. While tempeh contains 1.3mg of manganese, fish sandwiches contain only 0.264mg.
- Tempeh has less sodium.
- Tempeh has a lower glycemic index (15) than fish sandwiches (56).
Tempeh and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce 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 | +224% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +100% |
| Contains more IronIron | +80% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +646.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +132.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +129.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +392.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 | +155.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +22.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +207.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +169.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +33.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +750% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +91.7% |
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:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +97.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +23.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +15.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +249.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +31.5% |
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
1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.257 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +23.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -23.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +45.5% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.56mg | 0.075mg | 54% |
| Manganese | 1.3mg | 0.264mg | 45% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 18µg | 33% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 602mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0.68µg | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 266mg | 116mg | 21% |
| Protein | 20.29g | 10.29g | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 0.14mg | 17% |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 1.5mg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 6.257g | 13% |
| Magnesium | 81mg | 25mg | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 35mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.07mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.21mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 37mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.14mg | 0.49mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 412mg | 206mg | 6% |
| Folate | 24µg | 46µg | 6% |
| Carbs | 7.64g | 26.69g | 6% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 5% | |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 4% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.539g | 1.949g | 3% |
| Calories | 192kcal | 257kcal | 3% |
| Fats | 10.8g | 12.45g | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.64mg | 2.15mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 1.47g | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.8mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.205g | 2.595g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg | 0.37mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 9IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.64g | 25.69g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.53g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.08g | 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% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.064g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.489g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.023g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.561g | 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
19%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tempeh is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 593mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tempeh is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.59g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)