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Tortellini vs. Tortilla chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between tortellini and tortilla chips?

  • Tortellini is higher in selenium, vitamin B2, folate, vitamin B1, and vitamin B3, yet tortilla chips are higher in vitamin E, vitamin K, magnesium, and fiber.
  • Tortellini's daily need coverage for selenium is 35% more.
  • The glycemic index of tortellini is lower.

We used Tortellini, pasta with cheese filling, fresh-refrigerated, as purchased and Snacks, tortilla chips, plain, white corn, salted types 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 15% 46% 7.9% 56% 27% 28% 91% 53% 0% 130%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 60% 32% 16% 57% 32% 38% 96% 43% 51% 24%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +43.4%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +443.2%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +300%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +104.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +21.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +35.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -19.2%
~equal in Iron ~1.52mg
~equal in Phosphorus ~225mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 13% 3.2% 0% 78% 72% 51% 0% 9.9% 20% 3.3% 56% 2.9%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 71% 0% 35% 16% 16% 18% 41% 45% 52% 9% 11%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +123.6%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +342.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +221.7%
Contains more FolateFolate +516.7%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +2106.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +316.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +125%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +1507.7%
Contains more CholineCholine +259.3%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
14% 7% 47% 31% 2%
Protein: 13.5 g
Fats: 7.23 g
Carbs: 47 g
Water: 30.5 g
Other: 1.77 g
7% 21% 68% 3% 2%
Protein: 7.1 g
Fats: 20.68 g
Carbs: 67.78 g
Water: 2.64 g
Other: 1.8 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +90.1%
Contains more WaterWater +1055.3%
Contains more FatsFats +186%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +44.2%
~equal in Other ~1.8g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
59% 34% 8%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.6 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.066 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.461 g
15% 29% 56%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.811 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.664 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 10.769 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -21.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +174.2%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +2236%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Tortellini Tortilla chips
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Tortellini Tortilla chips DV% diff.
Polyunsaturated fat 0.461g 10.769g 69%
Selenium 23.9µg 4.4µg 35%
Starch 62.53g 26%
Vitamin E 0.16mg 3.53mg 22%
Fats 7.23g 20.68g 21%
Vitamin B2 0.31mg 0.07mg 18%
Manganese 0.388mg 17%
Folate 74µg 12µg 16%
Vitamin K 1.3µg 20.9µg 16%
Magnesium 21mg 84mg 15%
Cholesterol 42mg 0mg 14%
Vitamin B1 0.313mg 0.14mg 14%
Fiber 1.9g 5.4g 14%
Protein 13.5g 7.1g 13%
Vitamin B3 2.696mg 0.838mg 12%
Vitamin B6 0.043mg 0.179mg 10%
Monounsaturated fat 2.066g 5.664g 9%
Vitamin B12 0.16µg 0.36µg 8%
Calories 307kcal 472kcal 8%
Carbs 47g 67.78g 7%
Vitamin B5 0.297mg 6%
Calcium 152mg 106mg 5%
Saturated fat 3.6g 2.811g 4%
Vitamin A 38µg 0µg 4%
Potassium 89mg 182mg 3%
Sodium 406mg 328mg 3%
Choline 5.4mg 19.4mg 3%
Zinc 1.02mg 1.38mg 3%
Copper 0.08mg 0.097mg 2%
Phosphorus 212mg 225mg 2%
Net carbs 45.1g 62.38g N/A
Iron 1.5mg 1.52mg 0%
Sugar 0.95g 0.78g N/A
Trans fat 0.812g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.001g 0g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.23g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.004g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 9.695g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Tortellini Tortilla chips
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Tortellini
24%
Tortilla chips
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
Tortellini
45%
Tortilla chips

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tortilla chips
Tortilla chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 42mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortilla chips
Tortilla chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.17g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tortilla chips
Tortilla chips contains less Sodium (difference - 78mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tortilla chips
Tortilla chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.789g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tortilla chips
Tortilla chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tortellini
Tortellini is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Tortellini - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172094/nutrients
  2. Tortilla chips - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167558/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.