Pistachio vs. Paprika
Nutrition comparison of Pistachio and Paprika
Ever wonder how your favorite foods stack up against each other in terms of nutrition?
We compared the nutritional contents of
pistachio
versus
paprika
(100g each)
below using 2020 USDA and NIH data[1].
For a quick recap of significant nutrients and differences in pistachio and paprika:
- Both pistachio and paprika are high in calcium, calories, dietary fiber, iron, potassium and protein.
- Paprika is an excellent source of Vitamin A and Vitamin E.
- Pistachio has more thiamin, however, paprika contains more riboflavin, niacin and pantothenic acid.
USDA sources for nutritional information: Pistachio (Nuts, pistachio nuts, dry roasted, without salt added) and Paprika (Spices, paprika) . Have a correction or suggestions? Shoot us an email.
Calories and Carbs
calories
Both pistachio and paprika are high in calories. Pistachio has 103% more calories than paprika - pistachio has 572 calories per 100 grams and paprika has 282 calories.
For macronutrient ratios, pistachio is much lighter in carbs, much heavier in fat and similar to paprika for protein. Pistachio has a macronutrient ratio of 14:19:68 and for paprika, 14:55:31 for protein, carbohydrates and fat from calories.
Macro Ratios from Calories:
| Pistachio | Paprika | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 14% | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 19% | 55% |
| Fat | 68% | 31% |
| Alcohol | ~ | ~ |
carbohydrates
Paprika is high in carbohydrates and pistachio has 48% less carbohydrates than paprika - pistachio has 28.3g of total carbs per 100 grams and paprika has 54g of carbohydrates.
dietary fiber
Both pistachio and paprika are high in dietary fiber. Paprika has 239% more dietary fiber than pistachio - pistachio has 10.3g of dietary fiber per 100 grams and paprika has 34.9g of dietary fiber.
sugar
Pistachio and paprika contain similar amounts of sugar - pistachio has 7.7g of sugar per 100 grams and paprika has 10.3g of sugar.
Protein
protein
Both pistachio and paprika are high in protein. Pistachio has 49% more protein than paprika - pistachio has 21.1g of protein per 100 grams and paprika has 14.1g of protein.
Fat
saturated fat
Pistachio is high in saturated fat and paprika has 62% less saturated fat than pistachio - pistachio has 5.6g of saturated fat per 100 grams and paprika has 2.1g of saturated fat.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
Pistachio and paprika contain similar amounts of Vitamin C - pistachio has 3mg of Vitamin C per 100 grams and paprika has 0.9mg of Vitamin C.
Vitamin A
Paprika is an excellent source of Vitamin A and it has 188 times more Vitamin A than pistachio - pistachio has 13ug 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 12 times more Vitamin E than pistachio - pistachio has 2.2mg of Vitamin E per 100 grams and paprika has 29.1mg of Vitamin E.
Vitamin K
Paprika has 508% more Vitamin K than pistachio - pistachio has 13.2ug of Vitamin K per 100 grams and paprika has 80.3ug of Vitamin K.
The B Vitamins
Pistachio has more thiamin, however, paprika contains more riboflavin, niacin and pantothenic acid. Both pistachio and paprika contain significant amounts of Vitamin B6 and folate.
| Pistachio | Paprika | |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 0.695 MG | 0.33 MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.234 MG | 1.23 MG |
| Niacin | 1.373 MG | 10.06 MG |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.513 MG | 2.51 MG |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.122 MG | 2.141 MG |
| Folate | 51 UG | 49 UG |
Minerals
calcium
Both pistachio and paprika are high in calcium. Paprika has 114% more calcium than pistachio - pistachio has 107mg of calcium per 100 grams and paprika has 229mg of calcium.
iron
Both pistachio and paprika are high in iron. Paprika has 425% more iron than pistachio - pistachio has 4mg of iron per 100 grams and paprika has 21.1mg of iron.
potassium
Both pistachio and paprika are high in potassium. Paprika has 128% more potassium than - pistachio has 1007mg 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,
| Pistachio | Paprika | |
|---|---|---|
| beta-carotene | 159 UG | 26162 UG |
| lutein + zeaxanthin | 1160 UG | 18944 UG |
| alpha-carotene | ~ | 595 UG |
Omega-3 and Omega-6
omega 3s
For omega-3 fatty acids, paprika has more alpha linoleic acid (ALA) than pistachio per 100 grams.
| Pistachio | Paprika | |
|---|---|---|
| alpha linoleic acid | 0.212 G | 0.453 G |
| Total | 0.212 G | 0.453 G |
omega 6s
Comparing omega-6 fatty acids, both pistachio and paprika contain significant amounts of linoleic acid.
| Pistachio | Paprika | |
|---|---|---|
| other omega 6 | 0.033 G | 0.047 G |
| linoleic acid | 13.125 G | 7.314 G |
| Total | 13.158 G | 7.361 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.
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FAQ
Does pistachio or paprika contain more calories in 100 grams?Both pistachio and paprika are high in calories. Pistachio has 100% more calories than paprika - pistachio has 572 calories in 100g and paprika has 282 calories.
Does pistachio or paprika have more carbohydrates?
By weight, paprika is high in carbohydrates and pistachio has 50% fewer carbohydrates than paprika - pistachio has 28.3g of carbs for 100g and paprika has 54g of carbohydrates.
Does pistachio or paprika contain more calcium?
Both pistachio and paprika are high in calcium. Paprika has 110% more calcium than pistachio - pistachio has 107mg of calcium in 100 grams and paprika has 229mg of calcium.
Does pistachio or paprika contain more iron?
Both pistachio and paprika are high in iron. Paprika has 430% more iron than pistachio - pistachio has 4mg of iron in 100 grams and paprika has 21.1mg of iron.
Does pistachio or paprika contain more potassium?
Both pistachio and paprika are high in potassium. Paprika has 130% more potassium than - pistachio has 1007mg of potassium in 100 grams and paprika has 2280mg of potassium.