Tomato sauce vs. Lasagne — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between tomato sauce and lasagne
- Lasagne is richer than tomato sauce in selenium, vitamin B12, phosphorus, calcium, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for lasagne is 28% higher.
- Tomato sauce contains 2 times more vitamin E than lasagne. Tomato sauce contains 1.44mg of vitamin E, while lasagne contains 0.85mg.
- Tomato sauce contains less sodium.
Food types used in this article are Tomato sauce, canned, no salt added and Lasagna with meat sauce, frozen, prepared.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +51.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +35.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +27.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +528.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +295.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +325.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +70.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2550% |
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 CVitamin C | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +69.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +86.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +191.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +13.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +54.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +24.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +150% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +166.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +134.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.2 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
5.31 g
Water:
91.28 g
Other:
1.91 g
Protein:
7.28 g
Fats:
4.92 g
Carbs:
15.36 g
Water:
70.87 g
Other:
1.57 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +28.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +21.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +506.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1540% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +189.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.041 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.121 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.348 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.758 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.433 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3895.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +257.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.07 g
Glucose:
1.82 g
Fructose:
1.67 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
9.83 g
Sucrose:
0.54 g
Glucose:
0.93 g
Fructose:
1.04 g
Lactose:
0.6 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +95.7% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +60.6% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +671.4% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 0.6µg | 15.9µg | 28% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 373mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.33µg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 27mg | 115mg | 13% |
| Protein | 1.2g | 7.28g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0.041g | 2.348g | 10% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 88mg | 7% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 4.92g | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 0.87mg | 6% |
| Calories | 24kcal | 135kcal | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 17mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 2.5mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 1.44mg | 0.85mg | 4% |
| Folate | 9µg | 24µg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 7µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.024mg | 0.07mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.044g | 1.758g | 4% |
| Starch | 9.83g | 4% | |
| Potassium | 297mg | 196mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.991mg | 1.528mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.115mg | 0.09mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 5.31g | 15.36g | 3% |
| Iron | 0.96mg | 0.71mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.113mg | 0.193mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.098mg | 0.122mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 22µg | 41µg | 2% |
| Choline | 9.9mg | 23.2mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.121g | 0.433g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.065mg | 0.074mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 1.7g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.67g | 1.04g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.81g | 13.66g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 1IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.56g | 3.11g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.309mg | 0.323mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.196g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.009mg | 0.085mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.037mg | 0.219mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.025mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.034mg | 0.578mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.037mg | 0.486mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.008mg | 0.164mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.036mg | 0.329mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.025mg | 0.285mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.02mg | 0.183mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.026g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.322g | 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
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18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tomato sauce is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tomato sauce contains less Sodium (difference - 362mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tomato sauce is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.307g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tomato sauce is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lasagne is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.45g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lasagne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lasagne is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lasagne is relatively richer in vitamins