Tortellini vs. Gratin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between tortellini and gratin
- Tortellini has more selenium, vitamin B1, folate, vitamin B2, phosphorus, iron, and vitamin B3; however, gratin has more vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for tortellini is 39% higher.
- Gratin has 7 times less folate than tortellini. Tortellini has 74µg of folate, while gratin has 11µg.
Food types used in this article are Tortellini, pasta with cheese filling, fresh-refrigerated, as purchased and Potatoes, au gratin, home-prepared from recipe using butter.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +27.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +134.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +47.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +87.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +785.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +344.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +100% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +389.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +167.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +171.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +572.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +68.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +304.7% |
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:
5.06 g
Fats:
7.59 g
Carbs:
11.27 g
Water:
74 g
Other:
2.08 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +166.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +317% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +142.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.5% |
~equal in
Fats
~7.59g
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
4.733 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.149 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.276 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -23.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +67% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~2.149g
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 23.9µg | 2.7µg | 39% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.313mg | 0.064mg | 21% |
| Protein | 13.5g | 5.06g | 17% |
| Folate | 74µg | 11µg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.116mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 212mg | 113mg | 14% |
| Carbs | 47g | 11.27g | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 9.9mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.696mg | 0.993mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 0.64mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.174mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.16mg | 9% |
| Calories | 307kcal | 132kcal | 9% |
| Potassium | 89mg | 396mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.387mg | 8% | |
| Manganese | 0.161mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 42mg | 23mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 3.6g | 4.733g | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.02mg | 0.69mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 64µg | 3% |
| Calcium | 152mg | 119mg | 3% |
| Choline | 5.4mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1% | |
| Fats | 7.23g | 7.59g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.461g | 0.276g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 406mg | 433mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 45.1g | 9.47g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.95g | N/A | |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 1.8g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.066g | 2.149g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.284mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.443mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.381mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.254mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.325mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.151mg | 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%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tortellini contains less Sodium (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tortellini is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.133g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tortellini is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Gratin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 19mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gratin is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.95g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Gratin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 60)
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.