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Tofu vs. Beefsteak raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between tofu and beefsteak raw

  • Tofu has more calcium, copper, fiber, and iron; however, beefsteak raw is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B6, zinc, vitamin B3, and selenium.
  • Beefsteak raw covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 112% more than tofu.
  • Tofu has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of tofu is 15, while the glycemic index of beefsteak raw is 0.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Tofu, raw, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate and Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw.

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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.
Tofu
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 41% 205% 21% 100% 126% 43% 81% 1.8% 154% 95%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 18% 1.5% 33% 75% 26% 145% 94% 7.2% 0% 152%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +132%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +13560%
Contains more IronIron +33%
Contains more CopperCopper +378.5%
Contains less SodiumSodium -74.5%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +58.2%
Contains more ZincZinc +237.6%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +15.8%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +60.3%

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.
Tofu
4
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0.67% 0% 0% 0% 40% 24% 7.1% 8% 21% 0% 0% 22% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0.67% 0% 1.5% 19% 42% 95% 0% 125% 336% 3.8% 2.3% 0%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +110.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +866.7%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +78.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +1224.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +490.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Tofu
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17% 9% 3% 70%
Protein: 17.27 g
Fats: 8.72 g
Carbs: 2.78 g
Water: 69.83 g
Other: 1.4 g
21% 5% 73%
Protein: 21.38 g
Fats: 5.36 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 72.93 g
Other: 0.33 g
Contains more FatsFats +62.7%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +324.2%
Contains more ProteinProtein +23.8%
~equal in Water ~72.93g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Tofu
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16% 24% 61%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.261 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.925 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.921 g
42% 53% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.875 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.354 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.189 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -32.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +2503.7%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +22.3%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Tofu Beefsteak raw
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Tofu Beefsteak raw DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0µg 2.69µg 112%
Calcium 683mg 5mg 68%
Manganese 1.181mg 51%
Vitamin B6 0.092mg 0.543mg 35%
Zinc 1.57mg 5.3mg 34%
Copper 0.378mg 0.079mg 33%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.921g 0.189g 32%
Vitamin B3 0.381mg 5.048mg 29%
Cholesterol 0mg 67mg 22%
Selenium 17.4µg 27.9µg 19%
Fiber 2.3g 0g 9%
Protein 17.27g 21.38g 8%
Magnesium 58mg 25mg 8%
Iron 2.66mg 2mg 8%
Vitamin B1 0.158mg 0.075mg 7%
Folate 29µg 3µg 7%
Vitamin B2 0.102mg 0.182mg 6%
Fats 8.72g 5.36g 5%
Phosphorus 190mg 220mg 4%
Potassium 237mg 375mg 4%
Saturated fat 1.261g 1.875g 3%
Vitamin B5 0.133mg 3%
Sodium 14mg 55mg 2%
Vitamin K 1.5µg 1%
Monounsaturated fat 1.925g 2.354g 1%
Calories 144kcal 134kcal 1%
Vitamin D 0µg 0.1µg 1%
Carbs 2.78g 0g 1%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0mg 0%
Net carbs 0.48g 0g N/A
Vitamin D 0IU 3IU 0%
Vitamin A 2µg 0%
Trans fat 0g 0.253g N/A
Tryptophan 0.235mg 0.262mg 0%
Threonine 0.785mg 1.099mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.849mg 1.09mg 0%
Leucine 1.392mg 2.011mg 0%
Lysine 0.883mg 2.247mg 0%
Methionine 0.211mg 0.621mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.835mg 0.931mg 0%
Valine 0.87mg 1.152mg 0%
Histidine 0.431mg 0.868mg 0%
Omega-3 - DPA 0.008g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.007g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.142g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Tofu Beefsteak raw
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
9%
Tofu
48%
Beefsteak raw
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
87%
Tofu
55%
Beefsteak raw

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tofu
Tofu is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tofu
Tofu is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tofu
Tofu contains less Sodium (difference - 41mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tofu
Tofu is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.614g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tofu
Tofu is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Tofu - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172475/nutrients
  2. Beefsteak raw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172173/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.