Tortellini vs. Spanish rice — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are tortellini and spanish rice different?
- Tortellini is richer in selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B2, calcium, vitamin B1, and folate, while spanish rice is higher in vitamin K.
- Tortellini covers your daily need for selenium, 30% more than spanish rice.
Tortellini, pasta with cheese filling, fresh-refrigerated, as purchased and Restaurant, Mexican, spanish rice types were 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 | +61.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +660% |
| Contains more IronIron | +30.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +23.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +112.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +271.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +223% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +30.3% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +533.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +71% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +318.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +13.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +48% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +275% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +90.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +900% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +68.5% |
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:
3.28 g
Fats:
5.29 g
Carbs:
31.16 g
Water:
58.54 g
Other:
1.73 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +311.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +36.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +50.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +91.9% |
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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
1.005 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.511 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.317 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +36.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -72.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +402.6% |
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 | 7.4µg | 30% |
| Phosphorus | 212mg | 57mg | 22% |
| Protein | 13.5g | 3.28g | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.074mg | 18% |
| Manganese | 0.39mg | 17% | |
| Cholesterol | 42mg | 0mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 152mg | 20mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.461g | 2.317g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.6g | 1.005g | 12% |
| Starch | 27.55g | 11% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.313mg | 0.183mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 13µg | 10% |
| Phenylalanine | 153mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.415mg | 8% | |
| Folate | 74µg | 50µg | 6% |
| Calories | 307kcal | 185kcal | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.02mg | 0.48mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 406mg | 528mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 47g | 31.16g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 6µg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 1.15mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.6mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 1.2g | 3% |
| Fats | 7.23g | 5.29g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.082mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.08µg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.065mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.696mg | 2.378mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 13mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.42g | 1% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.066g | 1.511g | 1% |
| Potassium | 89mg | 116mg | 1% |
| Choline | 5.4mg | 9.1mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 45.1g | 29.96g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.95g | 1.3g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.07g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.098mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.109mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.131mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.137mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.238g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.052g | N/A |
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
24%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortellini is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.35g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tortellini contains less Sodium (difference - 122mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tortellini is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Spanish rice is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 42mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Spanish rice is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.595g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Spanish rice is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.