Tortellini vs. General tso's chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Tortellini and General tso's chicken different?
- Tortellini is higher in Vitamin B1, Selenium, Folate, Vitamin B2, Calcium, and Phosphorus, however, General tso's chicken is richer in Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Vitamin E, and Choline.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin K from General tso's chicken is 31% higher.
- Tortellini contains 13 times more Calcium than General tso's chicken. While Tortellini contains 152mg of Calcium, General tso's chicken contains only 12mg.
Tortellini, pasta with cheese filling, fresh-refrigerated, as purchased and Restaurant, Chinese, general tso's chicken are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +16.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1166.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +29.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +73.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +66.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +66% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +125.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +27.5% |
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 | +52.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1059.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +162.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +572.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +656.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +369.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +37.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2838.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +668.5% |
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:
12.9 g
Fats:
16.36 g
Carbs:
23.99 g
Water:
45.15 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +95.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +126.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +48% |
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Protein
~12.9g
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Other
~1.6g
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
2.76 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.879 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.501 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -23.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +87.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1527.1% |
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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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 307kcal | 295kcal |
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| Protein | 13.5g | 12.9g |
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| Fats | 7.23g | 16.36g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.6mg |
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| Net carbs | 45.1g | 23.09g |
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| Carbs | 47g | 23.99g |
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| Cholesterol | 42mg | 53mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 6IU |
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| Magnesium | 21mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 152mg | 12mg |
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| Potassium | 89mg | 201mg |
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| Iron | 1.5mg | 1.16mg |
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| Sugar | 0.95g | 11.6g |
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| Fiber | 1.9g | 0.9g |
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| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.046mg |
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| Zinc | 1.02mg | 1.3mg |
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| Starch | 11.83g |
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| Phosphorus | 212mg | 127mg |
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| Sodium | 406mg | 435mg |
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| Vitamin A | 143IU | 94IU |
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| Vitamin A | 38µg | 11µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 1.21mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.075mg |
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| Selenium | 23.9µg | 14.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.313mg | 0.027mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.118mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.696mg | 2.853mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.617mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.202mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.22µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 38.2µg |
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| Folate | 74µg | 11µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.09g |
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| Choline | 5.4mg | 41.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.6g | 2.76g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.066g | 3.879g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.461g | 7.501g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.142mg |
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| Threonine | 0.552mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.564mg |
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| Leucine | 1.026mg |
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| Lysine | 1.089mg |
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| Methionine | 0.332mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.563mg |
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| Valine | 0.607mg |
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| Histidine | 0.333mg |
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| Fructose | 0.51g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.84g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.47g |
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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
23%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tortellini is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortellini is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tortellini contains less Sodium (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
General tso's chicken is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.84g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
General tso's chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 60)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
General tso's chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
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.