Vermicelli vs. Pilaf — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between vermicelli and pilaf?
- Vermicelli is richer in copper, zinc, choline, and fiber, yet pilaf is richer in folate, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and phosphorus.
- Vermicelli's daily need coverage for copper is 194% higher.
- Vermicelli has 10 times more choline than pilaf. Vermicelli has 177mg of choline, while pilaf has 17.5mg.
- Vermicelli contains less sodium.
- Vermicelli has a lower glycemic index than pilaf.
We used Vermicelli, made from soy and Rice and vermicelli mix, rice pilaf flavor, unprepared types in this comparison.
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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 CopperCopper | +1054.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +319.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1500% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +6166.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +34.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +670% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +20% |
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 | +1175% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +660% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +911.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.1 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
82.32 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.58 g
Protein:
10.42 g
Fats:
1.37 g
Carbs:
76.31 g
Water:
8.04 g
Other:
3.86 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +48% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +44.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +10320% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1270% |
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Carbs
~76.31g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.014 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.013 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.041 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.307 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.373 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.377 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2769.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +819.5% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 1.916mg | 0.166mg | 194% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 1303mg | 56% |
| Folate | 0µg | 212µg | 53% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.603mg | 50% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 6.127mg | 38% |
| Manganese | 0.882mg | 38% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.4mg | 31% |
| Choline | 177mg | 17.5mg | 29% |
| Starch | 71.23g | 29% | |
| Zinc | 4.24mg | 1.01mg | 29% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 10.42g | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 20mg | 154mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.715mg | 14% | |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 1.2g | 11% |
| Selenium | 27µg | 32.4µg | 10% |
| Iron | 1.81mg | 2.44mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 32mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.087mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 4.1mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 3mg | 188mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 55mg | 83mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.8µg | 0.5µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.51mg | 0.04mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 82.32g | 76.31g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.041g | 0.377g | 2% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 1.37g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.013g | 0.373g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.014g | 0.307g | 1% |
| Calories | 331kcal | 359kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.02µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 78.42g | 75.11g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 17.44g | 1.53g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 4µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.086mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.221mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.279mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.523mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.189mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.32mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.374mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.15mg | 0% |
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
9%
47%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
100%
77%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Vermicelli is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Vermicelli contains less Sodium (difference - 1299mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Vermicelli is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.293g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Vermicelli is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pilaf is lower in Sugar (difference - 15.91g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pilaf is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pilaf is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pilaf is relatively richer in vitamins