Paprika vs. Chocolate Hazelnut Spread
Nutrition comparison of Paprika and Chocolate Hazelnut Spread
Ever wonder how your favorite foods stack up against each other in terms of nutrition?
We compared the nutritional contents of
paprika
versus
chocolate hazelnut spread
(100g each)
below using 2020 USDA and NIH data[1].
For a quick recap of significant nutrients and differences in paprika and chocolate hazelnut spread:
- Both chocolate hazelnut spread and paprika are high in calcium, calories, carbohydrates, dietary fiber, iron and potassium.
- Paprika has more thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, Vitamin B6 and folate, however, chocolate hazelnut spread contains more Vitamin B12.
- Paprika has signficantly more Vitamin K than chocolate hazelnut spread.
- Paprika is an excellent source of Vitamin A, Vitamin E and protein.
USDA sources for nutritional information: Paprika (Spices, paprika) and Chocolate Hazelnut Spread (Chocolate-flavored hazelnut spread) . Have a correction or suggestions? Shoot us an email.
Calories and Carbs
calories
Both chocolate hazelnut spread and paprika are high in calories. Chocolate hazelnut spread has 91% more calories than paprika - chocolate hazelnut spread has 539 calories per 100 grams and paprika has 282 calories.
For macronutrient ratios, paprika is heavier in protein, heavier in carbs and lighter in fat compared to chocolate hazelnut spread per calorie. Paprika has a macronutrient ratio of 14:55:31 and for chocolate hazelnut spread, 4:46:50 for protein, carbohydrates and fat from calories.
Macro Ratios from Calories:
| Paprika | Chocolate Hazelnut Spread | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 14% | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 55% | 46% |
| Fat | 31% | 50% |
| Alcohol | ~ | ~ |
carbohydrates
Both chocolate hazelnut spread and paprika are high in carbohydrates. Chocolate hazelnut spread has 16% more carbohydrates than paprika - chocolate hazelnut spread has 62.4g of total carbs per 100 grams and paprika has 54g of carbohydrates.
dietary fiber
Both chocolate hazelnut spread and paprika are high in dietary fiber. Paprika has 546% more dietary fiber than chocolate hazelnut spread - chocolate hazelnut spread has 5.4g of dietary fiber per 100 grams and paprika has 34.9g of dietary fiber.
sugar
Chocolate hazelnut spread is high in sugar and paprika has 81% less sugar than chocolate hazelnut spread - chocolate hazelnut spread has 54.1g of sugar per 100 grams and paprika has 10.3g of sugar.
Protein
protein
Paprika is an excellent source of protein and it has 161% more protein than chocolate hazelnut spread - chocolate hazelnut spread has 5.4g of protein per 100 grams and paprika has 14.1g of protein.
Fat
saturated fat
Chocolate hazelnut spread is high in saturated fat and paprika has 92% less saturated fat than chocolate hazelnut spread - chocolate hazelnut spread has 28.4g of saturated fat per 100 grams and paprika has 2.1g of saturated fat.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
Paprika has more Vitamin C than chocolate hazelnut spread - paprika has 0.9mg of Vitamin C per 100 grams and chocolate hazelnut spread does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin A
Paprika is an excellent source of Vitamin A and it has 2462 times more Vitamin A than chocolate hazelnut spread - chocolate hazelnut spread has 1ug of Vitamin A per 100 grams and paprika has 2463ug of Vitamin A.
Vitamin E
Paprika is an excellent source of Vitamin E and it has 487% more Vitamin E than chocolate hazelnut spread - chocolate hazelnut spread has 5mg of Vitamin E per 100 grams and paprika has 29.1mg of Vitamin E.
Vitamin K
Paprika has signficantly more Vitamin K than chocolate hazelnut spread - chocolate hazelnut spread has 1.9ug of Vitamin K per 100 grams and paprika has 80.3ug of Vitamin K.
The B Vitamins
Paprika has more thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, Vitamin B6 and folate, however, chocolate hazelnut spread contains more Vitamin B12.
| Paprika | Chocolate Hazelnut Spread | |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 0.33 MG | 0.085 MG |
| Riboflavin | 1.23 MG | 0.17 MG |
| Niacin | 10.06 MG | 0.427 MG |
| Pantothenic acid | 2.51 MG | 0.357 MG |
| Vitamin B6 | 2.141 MG | 0.082 MG |
| Folate | 49 UG | 14 UG |
| Vitamin B12 | ~ | 0.27 UG |
Minerals
calcium
Both chocolate hazelnut spread and paprika are high in calcium. Paprika has 112% more calcium than chocolate hazelnut spread - chocolate hazelnut spread has 108mg of calcium per 100 grams and paprika has 229mg of calcium.
iron
Both chocolate hazelnut spread and paprika are high in iron. Paprika has 383% more iron than chocolate hazelnut spread - chocolate hazelnut spread has 4.4mg of iron per 100 grams and paprika has 21.1mg of iron.
potassium
Both chocolate hazelnut spread and paprika are high in potassium. Paprika has 460% more potassium than chocolate hazelnut spread - chocolate hazelnut spread has 407mg of potassium per 100 grams and paprika has 2280mg of potassium.
Antioxidants and Phytonutrients
carotenoids
Carotenoids are micronutrients commonly found in plants and some animal products. An example is beta-carotene, the notable carotenoid which is a popular source of Vitamin A.[4][5]
For specific types of carotenoids,
| Paprika | Chocolate Hazelnut Spread | |
|---|---|---|
| beta-carotene | 26162 UG | 1 UG |
| alpha-carotene | 595 UG | ~ |
| lutein + zeaxanthin | 18944 UG | 10 UG |
Omega-3 and Omega-6
omega 6s
Comparing omega-6 fatty acids, paprika has more linoleic acid than chocolate hazelnut spread per 100 grams.
| Paprika | Chocolate Hazelnut Spread | |
|---|---|---|
| other omega 6 | 0.047 G | 1.877 G |
| linoleic acid | 7.314 G | ~ |
| Total | 7.361 G | 1.877 G |
Customize your serving size
The comparison below is by common portions, e.g. cups, packages. You can also see a more concrete comparison by weight at equal weight (by grams) comparison.
Note: The specific food items compared are: Paprika (Spices, paprika) and Chocolate Hazelnut Spread (Chocolate-flavored hazelnut spread) .
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FAQ
Does chocolate hazelnut spread or paprika contain more calories in 100 grams?Both chocolate hazelnut spread and paprika are high in calories. Chocolate hazelnut spread has 90% more calories than paprika - chocolate hazelnut spread has 539 calories in 100g and paprika has 282 calories.
Does chocolate hazelnut spread or paprika have more carbohydrates?
By weight, both chocolate hazelnut spread and paprika are high in carbohydrates. chocolate hazelnut spread has 20% more carbohydrates than paprika - chocolate hazelnut spread has 62.4g of carbs for 100g and paprika has 54g of carbohydrates.
Does chocolate hazelnut spread or paprika contain more calcium?
Both chocolate hazelnut spread and paprika are high in calcium. Paprika has 110% more calcium than chocolate hazelnut spread - chocolate hazelnut spread has 108mg of calcium in 100 grams and paprika has 229mg of calcium.
Does chocolate hazelnut spread or paprika contain more iron?
Both chocolate hazelnut spread and paprika are high in iron. Paprika has 380% more iron than chocolate hazelnut spread - chocolate hazelnut spread has 4.4mg of iron in 100 grams and paprika has 21.1mg of iron.
Does chocolate hazelnut spread or paprika contain more potassium?
Both chocolate hazelnut spread and paprika are high in potassium. Paprika has 460% more potassium than chocolate hazelnut spread - chocolate hazelnut spread has 407mg of potassium in 100 grams and paprika has 2280mg of potassium.