Soybean, curd cheese vs Soymilk (All flavors), enhanced
Original comparison by NutriVerdict
Bottom line: Soymilk (All flavors), enhanced is the more nutrient-dense of the two, scoring 88 of 100 to 87 for Soybean, curd cheese.
Enhanced soymilk scores marginally higher at 88 of 100 against soybean curd cheese's 87 of 100, though the curd cheese is the more nutrient-packed food by the numbers. It carries far more protein, 12.5 g per 100 g versus 2.94 g in the soymilk, at a similar fat level, 8.1 g against 1.99 g. Soymilk runs lower in calories, 45 kcal versus 151 kcal, but higher in both sugar, 2.53 g versus 1.6 g, and sodium, 50 mg versus 20 mg.
Choose the curd cheese when protein density matters more than calorie count. Choose soymilk when a lighter, lower-calorie option is the goal, keeping in mind it brings more sodium and sugar per 100 g despite the lower calorie count. With scores just one point apart, this is close to a toss-up nutritionally.
Head to head, per 100 g
| Metric | Soybean, curd cheese | Soymilk (All flavors) |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrient Density Score | 87 | 88 |
| Calories | 151 kcal | 45 kcal |
| Protein | 13 g | 2.9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | 3.5 g |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0.4 g |
| Sugars | 1.6 g | 2.5 g |
| Total fat | 8.1 g | 2 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 50 mg |
| Potassium | 199 mg | 141 mg |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 140 mg |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 0.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 228 mg | - |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 7.2 mg |
| Vitamin A | 2 ug | - |
| Vitamin E | 0.6 mg | 2.5 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Frequently asked questions
Is Soymilk (All flavors), enhanced healthier than Soybean, curd cheese?
On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie, Soymilk (All flavors), enhanced scores higher, 88 of 100 to 87. Both can fit a balanced diet; the score reflects nutrients per calorie, not a whole-diet judgement.
Which has more protein, Soybean, curd cheese or Soymilk (All flavors), enhanced?
Soybean, curd cheese has more protein, 12.5 g per 100 g to 2.9 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Soymilk (All flavors), enhanced is lower in calories, 45 kcal per 100 g to 151 kcal.
Which has more fiber?
Soymilk (All flavors), enhanced has more dietary fiber, 0.4 g per 100 g to 0 g.
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