Tortellini vs. Fettuccine — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between tortellini and fettuccine
- The amount of phosphorus, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, folate, calcium, iron, and zinc in tortellini is higher than in fettuccine.
- Tortellini covers your daily need for phosphorus, 27% more than fettuccine.
- Tortellini contains 12 times more folate than fettuccine. While tortellini contains 74µg of folate, fettuccine contains only 6µg.
- The amount of saturated fat in fettuccine is lower.
- Fettuccine has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of fettuccine is 47, while the glycemic index of tortellini is 60.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Tortellini, pasta with cheese filling, fresh-refrigerated, as purchased and KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree.
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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 | +250% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +442.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +150% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +920% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +748% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +88.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -59.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +247.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +342.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +49.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1133.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +181.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.5 g
Fats:
7.23 g
Carbs:
47 g
Water:
30.5 g
Other:
1.77 g
Protein:
6.2 g
Fats:
2.7 g
Carbs:
14 g
Water:
75.2 g
Other:
1.9 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +117.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +167.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +235.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +146.6% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.6 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.066 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.461 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.9 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +129.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +15.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -75% |
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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| Selenium | 23.9µg | 43% | |
| Phosphorus | 212mg | 25mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.313mg | 0.09mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.07mg | 18% |
| Folate | 74µg | 6µg | 17% |
| Protein | 13.5g | 6.2g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 3.6g | 0.9g | 12% |
| Calcium | 152mg | 28mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 47g | 14g | 11% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 0.6mg | 11% |
| Calories | 307kcal | 99kcal | 10% |
| Sodium | 406mg | 166mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 9% | |
| Cholesterol | 42mg | 14mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.02mg | 0.1mg | 8% |
| Fats | 7.23g | 2.7g | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.696mg | 1.8mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 6mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 4% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.066g | 0.9g | 3% |
| Potassium | 89mg | 168mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.45mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1% | |
| Choline | 5.4mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 45.1g | 12g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.95g | 1.3g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.461g | 0.4g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 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
24%
7%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
9%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortellini is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.35g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tortellini is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tortellini is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tortellini is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fettuccine is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fettuccine contains less Sodium (difference - 240mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fettuccine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.7g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fettuccine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)