USDA-derived comparison

Bagel vs Granola

Bagel leads for Vitamin B1, Folate and Iron; Granola answers with Phosphorus, Magnesium and Zinc.

Who each is for: Choose bagel for vitamin B1 and folate. Choose granola for phosphorus and magnesium.

Reviewed 20 July 2026. Generic food data per 100g; brands and preparation vary.

Bagel

Typical serving: 1 bagel (105g)

22/100

More vitamin B1More folateMore ironMore calcium
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Granola

Typical serving: 0.5 cups (56g)

21/100

More phosphorusMore magnesiumMore zincMore fiber
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Side by side, per 100g

The stronger number is highlighted, honestly: higher wins for aim-for nutrients, lower wins for stay-under ones like saturated fat and sodium.

NutrientBagelGranola
Calories264 kcal471 kcal
Protein11 g10 g
Carbs52 g64 g
Fat1 g20 g
Fiber2 g7 g
Sat fat0 g4 g
Sodium422 mg26 mg
Potassium107 mg336 mg
Calcium219 mg61 mg
Iron3.6 mg2.7 mg
Magnesium29 mg107 mg
Zinc0.8 mg2.3 mg
Vitamin C0 mg1 mg
Vitamin D0 µg0 µg
Vitamin B120 µg0 µg
Folate106 µg40 µg

Servings differ: 1 bagel of bagel is about 105g, 0.5 cups of granola about 56g. Scale accordingly before deciding anything on the 100g basis alone.

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