Tortellini vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are tortellini and tamale different?
- Tortellini is richer in selenium, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, phosphorus, folate, calcium, and vitamin B3, while tamale is higher in vitamin B12 and vitamin B6.
- Tortellini covers your daily need for selenium, 33% more than tamale.
- Tortellini contains 6 times more vitamin B1 than tamale. Tortellini contains 0.313mg of vitamin B1, while tamale contains 0.05mg.
- Tamale is lower in cholesterol.
- Tamale has a higher glycemic index (82) than tortellini (60).
Tortellini, pasta with cheese filling, fresh-refrigerated, as purchased and Tamales (Navajo) 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 CalciumCalcium | +424.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +23% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +27% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +114.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +298.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +47.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +45.1% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +526% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +287.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +69.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +393.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +232.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +237.5% |
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:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +115% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +18.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +159.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +28.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +123.3% |
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
2.396 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.688 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -33.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +32.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +49.2% |
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 | 6µg | 33% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.313mg | 0.05mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.08mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 212mg | 99mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.54µg | 16% |
| Folate | 74µg | 15µg | 15% |
| Protein | 13.5g | 6.28g | 14% |
| Calcium | 152mg | 29mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 47g | 18.12g | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.143mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 8% | |
| Calories | 307kcal | 153kcal | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 42mg | 17mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.696mg | 1.59mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 3.1g | 5% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.6g | 2.396g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 4% | |
| Zinc | 1.02mg | 1.48mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 1.22mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.461g | 0.688g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.066g | 2.739g | 2% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.063mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Fats | 7.23g | 6.12g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 89mg | 131mg | 1% |
| Choline | 5.4mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 406mg | 427mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 45.1g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 22mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.95g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | 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%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortellini is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.04g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tortellini contains less Sodium (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tortellini is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tortellini is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 25mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.204g)
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.