Tofu vs. Chili pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tofu and chili pepper?
- Tofu is richer in iron, calcium, manganese, selenium, phosphorus, and copper, while chili pepper is higher in vitamin C, vitamin B6, vitamin A, and vitamin K.
- Chili pepper's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 160% higher.
- Chili pepper has 25 times less calcium than tofu. Tofu has 350mg of calcium, while chili pepper has 14mg.
- Chili pepper has a higher glycemic index (45) than tofu (15).
We used Tofu, raw, regular, prepared with calcium sulfate and Peppers, hot chili, red, raw 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 | +30.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2400% |
| Contains more IronIron | +420.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +49.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +207.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +125.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -22.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +223.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1680% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +166.1% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +12.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +164.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +143600% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +6800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +65.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +537.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +195.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +976.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +483.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +53.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.08 g
Fats:
4.78 g
Carbs:
1.87 g
Water:
84.55 g
Other:
0.72 g
Protein:
1.87 g
Fats:
0.44 g
Carbs:
8.81 g
Water:
88.02 g
Other:
0.86 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +332.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +986.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +371.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +19.4% |
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Water
~88.02g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.691 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.056 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.699 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.042 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.024 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.239 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +4300% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1029.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.9% |
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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| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 143.7mg | 160% |
| Iron | 5.36mg | 1.03mg | 54% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.047mg | 0.506mg | 35% |
| Calcium | 350mg | 14mg | 34% |
| Manganese | 0.605mg | 0.187mg | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.699g | 0.239g | 16% |
| Selenium | 8.9µg | 0.5µg | 15% |
| Protein | 8.08g | 1.87g | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 14µg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 97mg | 43mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.195mg | 1.244mg | 7% |
| Fats | 4.78g | 0.44g | 7% |
| Copper | 0.193mg | 0.129mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 322mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0.69mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.8mg | 0.26mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1.5g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 48µg | 5% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.691g | 0.042g | 3% |
| Choline | 28.8mg | 10.9mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.068mg | 0.201mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.056g | 0.024g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.052mg | 0.086mg | 3% |
| Calories | 76kcal | 40kcal | 2% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 1.87g | 8.81g | 2% |
| Folate | 15µg | 23µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.081mg | 0.072mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.57g | 7.31g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.62g | 5.3g | N/A |
| Sodium | 7mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.12mg | 0.026mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.402mg | 0.074mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.435mg | 0.065mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.713mg | 0.105mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.452mg | 0.089mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.108mg | 0.024mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.428mg | 0.062mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.446mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.221mg | 0.041mg | 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
6%
58%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
18%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tofu is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.68g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tofu contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tofu is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
Which food is cheaper?
Tofu is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tofu is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chili pepper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.649g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chili pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)