Zucchini vs. Chinese broccoli — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between zucchini and chinese broccoli?
- Zucchini is richer in vitamin B6, while chinese broccoli is higher in vitamin K, vitamin A, folate, vitamin C, calcium, and fiber.
- Chinese broccoli's daily need coverage for vitamin K is 67% higher.
- Chinese broccoli has 3 times less sugar than zucchini. Zucchini has 2.5g of sugar, while chinese broccoli has 0.84g.
- Chinese broccoli has a higher glycemic index (32) than zucchini (15).
We used Squash, summer, zucchini, includes skin, raw and Broccoli, chinese, cooked 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 CalciumCalcium | +525% |
| Contains more IronIron | +51.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +15.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +21.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -12.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +49.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +550% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +28.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +132.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +57.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +720% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +111.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +55.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1872.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +312.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +166.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.21 g
Fats:
0.32 g
Carbs:
3.11 g
Water:
94.79 g
Other:
0.57 g
Protein:
1.14 g
Fats:
0.72 g
Carbs:
3.81 g
Water:
93.54 g
Other:
0.79 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +125% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +38.6% |
~equal in
Protein
~1.14g
~equal in
Water
~93.54g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.084 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.091 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.11 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.05 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.33 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -23.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +354.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +262.6% |
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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 4.3µg | 84.8µg | 67% |
| Folate | 24µg | 99µg | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 17.9mg | 28.2mg | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 82µg | 8% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 100mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.163mg | 0.07mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 2.5g | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.045mg | 0.095mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.177mg | 0.264mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.094mg | 0.146mg | 4% |
| Choline | 9.5mg | 25.3mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.37mg | 0.56mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.091g | 0.33g | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.38g | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.12mg | 0.48mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.2µg | 1.3µg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.053mg | 0.061mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.32mg | 0.39mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.204mg | 0.159mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.32g | 0.72g | 1% |
| Calories | 17kcal | 22kcal | 0% |
| Protein | 1.21g | 1.14g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.11g | 1.31g | N/A |
| Carbs | 3.11g | 3.81g | 0% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 261mg | 261mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.5g | 0.84g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 38mg | 41mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 7mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.451mg | 0.437mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.084g | 0.11g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.011g | 0.05g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.01mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.029mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.043mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.026mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.061g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.03g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
12%
18%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Zucchini is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.026g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Zucchini is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chinese broccoli is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.66g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese broccoli contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Chinese broccoli is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chinese broccoli is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese broccoli is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)