Tempeh vs. Veggie burger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between tempeh and veggie burgers
- Tempeh has more copper, manganese, vitamin B2, and phosphorus, while veggie burgers have more vitamin B1, vitamin B12, selenium, folate, and vitamin B3.
- Veggie burgers' daily need coverage for vitamin B1 is 214% higher.
- Veggie burgers contain 3 times less copper than tempeh. Tempeh contains 0.56mg of copper, while veggie burgers contain 0.2mg.
- The amount of sodium in tempeh is lower.
- Tempeh has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of tempeh is 15, while the glycemic index of veggie burgers is 59.
The food types used in this comparison are Tempeh and Veggie burgers or soyburgers, unprepared.
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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 | +44.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +23.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +12% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +180% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +29.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +36.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +22.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +10.5% |
| 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 | +46.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +3298.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +42.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +40.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +2412.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +416.7% |
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:
15.7 g
Fats:
6.3 g
Carbs:
14.27 g
Water:
61.21 g
Other:
2.52 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +29.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +71.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +86.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +55.6% |
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Water
~61.21g
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
1.44 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.023 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +80.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +112.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -43.3% |
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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| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 2.651mg | 214% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 2.01µg | 80% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 22.6µg | 41% |
| Copper | 0.56mg | 0.2mg | 40% |
| Folate | 24µg | 124µg | 25% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 569mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 2.023g | 15% |
| Manganese | 1.3mg | 0.951mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 266mg | 206mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 0.244mg | 9% |
| Protein | 20.29g | 15.7g | 9% |
| Fats | 10.8g | 6.3g | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.303mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.64mg | 3.753mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 81mg | 56mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.539g | 1.44g | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 4.5mg | 5% |
| Choline | 19.4mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin K | 4.2µg | 4% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.205g | 1.778g | 4% |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 2.41mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 136mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 412mg | 333mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 7.64g | 14.27g | 2% |
| Starch | 5.78g | 2% | |
| Calories | 192kcal | 177kcal | 1% |
| Zinc | 1.14mg | 1.26mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.64g | 9.37g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.07g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg | 0.289mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.194mg | 0.162mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.796mg | 0.605mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.88mg | 0.78mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.43mg | 1.399mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.908mg | 1.004mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0.291mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.893mg | 0.885mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.92mg | 0.89mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.466mg | 0.465mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.13g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.081g | 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%
97%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%
71%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Veggie burger is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.099g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Veggie burger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tempeh is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.07g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 560mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.