The weekly API round up: Search Recipes By Nutrients, Similar Recipes and Ingredient Information
Tags: api, recipeapi, ingredientapi, food
Published: 2023-10-30 09:34:00

Three new APIs will be shown to you this week. In this round-up of APIs, we have chosen a variety of data subjects. We will examine closely the purpose, industry, and client types of these APIs. The APIs' complete details are available on [Worldindata's API marketplace](https://www.worldindata.com/). It's time to get started!

## Search Recipes By Nutrients API made by Spoonacular

The "search recipes by nutrients" API provided by Spoonacular allows users to search for a set of recipes that meet their desired nutritional criteria. This API is particularly useful for people who are health-conscious or have specific dietary requirements. Users can input their desired nutritional limits for various nutrients, such as calories, protein, and fat, and the API will return a list of recipes that adhere to those limits. This can save users time and effort in searching for recipes that fit their nutritional needs.

Industries such as culinary, entertainment, social media, food and grocery, restaurant, and more are using the s[earch recipes by nutrients API](https://www.worldindata.com/api/Spoonacular-search-recipes-by-nutrients-api) of Spoonacular. In the culinary industry, chefs and restaurants can use the API to create customized menus that meet their customers' nutritional requirements. Food and grocery businesses can use the API to develop products that align with consumers' health goals. Additionally, influencers and social media platforms can use the API to curate and share healthy recipes with their followers.

The data provided by the search recipes by nutrients API of Spoonacular is used by a variety of client types, including culinary and hobby websites, cooking app and platform developers, influencers, online shopping platforms, and more. Culinary and hobby websites can incorporate the API into their platforms to provide users with personalized recipe recommendations based on their nutritional needs. App and platform developers can use the API to enhance their products' functionality and offer more targeted recommendations. Influencers and online shopping platforms can leverage the API to promote healthy eating and offer products that meet users' nutritional requirements.

> **Specs:** 
Format: JSON 
Method: GET 
Endpoint: /recipes/findByNutrients         
Filters: minCarbs, maxCarbs, minProtein, maxProtein, minCalories, maxCalories, minFat, maxFat, minAlcohol, maxAlcohol, minCaffeine, maxCaffeine, minCopper, maxCopper, minCalcium, maxCalcium, minCholine, maxCholine, minCholesterol, maxCholesterol, minFluoride, maxFluoride, minSaturatedFat, maxSaturatedFat, minVitaminA, maxVitaminA, minVitaminC, maxVitaminC, minVitaminD, maxVitaminD, minVitaminE, maxVitaminE, minVitaminK, maxVitaminK, minVitaminB1, maxVitaminB1, minVitaminB2, maxVitaminB2, minVitaminB5, maxVitaminB5, minVitaminB3, maxVitaminB3, minVitaminB6, maxVitaminB6, minVitaminB12
maxVitaminB12, minFiber, maxFiber, minFolate, maxFolate, minFolicAcid
maxFolicAcid, minIodine,  maxIodine, minIroni maxIron, minMagnesium, maxMagnesium, minManganese, maxManganese, minPhosphorus, maxPhosphorus, minPotassium, maxPotassium, minSelenium, maxSelenium, minSodium, maxSodium, minSugar, maxSugar, minZinc, maxZinc, offset, number, random and limitLicense 

## Similar Recipes API developed by Spoonacular

[The similar recipes API](https://www.worldindata.com/api/Spoonacular-similar-recipes-api) provided by Spoonacular allows users to find recipes that are similar to a given recipe. This can be helpful for people who want to explore different variations of a dish or who want to find similar recipes with different ingredients. The API uses a complex algorithm that takes into account factors such as ingredient similarity, cooking techniques, and flavor profiles to provide accurate recommendations.

Industries such as culinary, entertainment, social media, food and grocery, restaurant, and more are using the similar recipes API of Spoonacular. In the culinary industry, chefs and restaurants can use the API to expand their menus and offer more variety to their customers. Social media platforms can use the API to recommend similar recipes to users based on their browsing history and preferences. Food and grocery businesses can use the API to offer customers suggestions for similar recipes using their products.

The data provided by the similar recipes API of Spoonacular is used by a variety of client types, including culinary and hobby websites, cooking app and platform developers, influencers, online shopping platforms, marketers, and more. Culinary and hobby websites can incorporate the API into their platforms to provide users with personalized recipe recommendations and increase engagement. App and platform developers can use the API to enhance their products' functionality and offer more targeted recommendations. Influencers and marketers can leverage the API to promote products and services related to cooking and food. Overall, the similar recipes API of Spoonacular is a powerful tool for anyone looking to explore new and exciting recipes.

> **Specs:** 
Format: JSON 
Method: GET 
Endpoint: /recipes/{id}/similar         
Filters: id, number and limitLicense 

## Ingredient Information API developed by Spoonacular

The ingredient information API provided by Spoonacular allows users to access detailed information about various ingredients. This includes information such as the ingredient's image, nutritional content, and the supermarket aisle where it can be found. This API can be incredibly useful for people who want to learn more about the ingredients they're cooking with or who want to find new ingredients to use in their recipes.

Industries such as culinary, entertainment, social media, food and grocery, restaurant, and more are using the [ingredient information API](https://www.worldindata.com/api/Spoonacular-ingredient-information-api) of Spoonacular. In the culinary industry, chefs and restaurants can use the API to learn more about ingredients and incorporate new ingredients into their menus. Food and grocery businesses can use the API to provide customers with detailed information about the products they sell. Social media platforms can use the API to enhance their users' cooking and food-related experiences by providing them with more information about the ingredients used in various recipes.

The data provided by the ingredient information API of Spoonacular is used by a variety of client types, including culinary and hobby websites, cooking app and platform developers, influencers, online shopping platforms, and more. Culinary and hobby websites can incorporate the API into their platforms to provide users with more information about the ingredients used in various recipes. App and platform developers can use the API to enhance their products' functionality and offer more detailed information about ingredients. Influencers and online shopping platforms can leverage the API to promote products related to cooking and food by providing users with detailed information about the ingredients used in those products. Overall, the ingredient information API of Spoonacular is a valuable resource for anyone looking to learn more about the ingredients they're using in their cooking.

> **Specs:** 
Format: JSON 
Method: GET 
Endpoint: /food/ingredients/{id}/information         
Filters: id, amount and unit