Zucchini vs. Ricotta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between zucchini and ricotta
- Zucchini has more vitamin C and vitamin B6; however, ricotta is higher in selenium, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, and zinc.
- Ricotta covers your daily need for saturated fat, 41% more than zucchini.
- Zucchini has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of ricotta is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Squash, summer, zucchini, includes skin, raw and Cheese, ricotta, whole milk.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +63.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +148.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +152.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2850% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1193.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +262.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +315.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +7150% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +246.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +333.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +279.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +290.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1100% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +107.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +84.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +32.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +830.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3956.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +78.9% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +32872.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +323.1% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.084g | 8.295g | 37% |
| Selenium | 0.2µg | 14.5µg | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 17.9mg | 0mg | 20% |
| Protein | 1.21g | 11.26g | 20% |
| Fats | 0.32g | 12.98g | 19% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 207mg | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 51mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 38mg | 158mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.34µg | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 120µg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.011g | 3.627g | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.163mg | 0.043mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.32mg | 1.16mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.094mg | 0.195mg | 8% |
| Calories | 17kcal | 174kcal | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.177mg | 0.006mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 261mg | 105mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.053mg | 0.021mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 0g | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.3µg | 1.1µg | 3% |
| Folate | 24µg | 12µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.045mg | 0.013mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 84mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.091g | 0.385g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 11mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.451mg | 0.104mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.38g | 2% | |
| Choline | 9.5mg | 17.5mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 10IU | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.11g | 3.04g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.11g | 3.04g | N/A |
| Iron | 0.37mg | 0.38mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.5g | 0.27g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.12mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.204mg | 0.213mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.01mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.029mg | 0.517mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.044mg | 0.589mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.071mg | 1.221mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 1.338mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.018mg | 0.281mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.043mg | 0.556mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.054mg | 0.692mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.026mg | 0.459mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.061g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.03g | N/A |
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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
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Zucchini is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Zucchini contains less Sodium (difference - 76mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Zucchini is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.211g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Zucchini is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
Zucchini is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ricotta is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.23g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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