Veggie burger vs. Falafel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between veggie burgers and falafel
- Veggie burgers are higher in vitamin B1, vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, manganese, calcium, and folate, yet falafel is higher in iron.
- Veggie burgers cover your daily vitamin B1 needs 209% more than falafel.
- The amount of sodium in falafel is lower.
- The glycemic index of falafel is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Veggie burgers or soyburgers, unprepared and Falafel, home-prepared.
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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 | +151.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +37.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2160% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +46.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +75.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +41.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +29% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +19% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -48.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +181.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1715.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +47% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +259.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +142.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.7 g
Fats:
6.3 g
Carbs:
14.27 g
Water:
61.21 g
Other:
2.52 g
Protein:
13.31 g
Fats:
17.8 g
Carbs:
31.84 g
Water:
34.62 g
Other:
2.43 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +76.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +182.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +123.1% |
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~2.43g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.44 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.023 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.383 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.16 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -39.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +472% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +105.6% |
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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| Vitamin B1 | 2.651mg | 0.146mg | 209% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.01µg | 0µg | 84% |
| Selenium | 22.6µg | 1µg | 39% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.778g | 10.171g | 21% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 20% | |
| Fats | 6.3g | 17.8g | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.753mg | 1.044mg | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.023g | 4.16g | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.303mg | 0.125mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2.41mg | 3.42mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 569mg | 294mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.951mg | 0.691mg | 11% |
| Folate | 124µg | 93µg | 8% |
| Calories | 177kcal | 333kcal | 8% |
| Calcium | 136mg | 54mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 333mg | 585mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 14.27g | 31.84g | 6% |
| Magnesium | 56mg | 82mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.2mg | 0.258mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.244mg | 0.166mg | 6% |
| Protein | 15.7g | 13.31g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.44g | 2.383g | 4% |
| Choline | 19.4mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin K | 4.2µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 1.6mg | 3% |
| Starch | 5.78g | 2% | |
| Zinc | 1.26mg | 1.5mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 206mg | 192mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 9.37g | 31.84g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.07g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.289mg | 0.292mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.162mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.605mg | 0.492mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.78mg | 0.567mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.399mg | 0.944mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.004mg | 0.856mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.291mg | 0.187mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.885mg | 0.707mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.89mg | 0.562mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.465mg | 0.364mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.13g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.081g | 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
97%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
71%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Veggie burger is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.943g)
Which food is cheaper?
Veggie burger is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Veggie burger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Falafel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Falafel is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.07g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Falafel contains less Sodium (difference - 275mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Falafel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 26)
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.