Catsup
FDC 168556tbsp (17 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 4 · -89 vs Vegetables medianFiled under Vegetables because of its tomato base, catsup scores just 4 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, a Low band placement that lands it 58th of 60 in that category, far below the vegetable median, though it does carry a modest vitamin E showing at 10% DV.
As a condiment, it's spooned or squeezed onto fries, burgers, and eggs rather than eaten in vegetable-sized portions, with a single tablespoon (17 g) being the typical serving. That small serving still concentrates sodium and sugar, running high in sodium at 907 mg per 100 g and high in sugars at 21.3 g per 100 g, so a low-sodium catsup is the straightforward swap for those watching either number closely.
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 101 kcal | 5% |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 907 mg | 39% |
| Carbohydrate | 27 g | 10% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Sugars | 21 g | |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
| Potassium | 281 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.35 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 13 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 4.1 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 26 µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 1.5 mg | 10% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 17 kcal | 1% |
| Total fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 154 mg | 7% |
| Carbohydrate | 4.7 g | 2% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 3.6 g | |
| Protein | 0.18 g | 0% |
| Potassium | 48 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 2.6 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.06 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 2.2 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 4.4 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.25 mg | 2% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 168556Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the vegetables median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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