Arepa vs. Salisbury steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Arepa and Salisbury steak?
- Arepa is richer in Vitamin A, and Fiber, yet Salisbury steak is richer in Vitamin B12, Choline, Copper, and Vitamin B2.
- Salisbury steak's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 17% higher.
- Arepa has 31 times more Vitamin A than Salisbury steak. Arepa has 61µg of Vitamin A, while Salisbury steak has 2µg.
- Arepa contains less Saturated Fat.
We used Restaurant, Latino, arepa (unleavened cornmeal bread) and Salisbury steak with gravy, frozen types in this comparison.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +58.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +89.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +63.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +176.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +50% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +23% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +4160% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +26.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +18.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +105.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +181% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +48.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +22.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +963.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.48 g
Fats:
5.38 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
50.8 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
6.98 g
Fats:
10.47 g
Carbs:
6.78 g
Water:
74.19 g
Other:
1.58 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +447.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +27.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +94.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +46% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +31.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.902 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.514 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.989 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.982 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.798 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.483 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -27.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +216.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +49.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.33 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.41 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
2.53 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.26 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
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Fructose
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Lactose
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Galactose
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Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 219kcal | 149kcal |
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| Protein | 5.48g | 6.98g |
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| Fats | 5.38g | 10.47g |
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| Net carbs | 34.54g | 5.78g |
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| Carbs | 37.14g | 6.78g |
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| Cholesterol | 5mg | 33mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1IU |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 17mg |
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| Calcium | 89mg | 47mg |
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| Potassium | 88mg | 144mg |
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| Iron | 1.04mg | 0.95mg |
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| Sugar | 0.87g | 0.26g |
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| Fiber | 2.6g | 1g |
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| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.083mg |
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| Zinc | 0.8mg | 0.75mg |
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| Starch | 2.53g |
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| Phosphorus | 117mg | 127mg |
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| Sodium | 270mg | 509mg |
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| Vitamin A | 213IU | 5IU |
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| Vitamin A | 61µg | 2µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 0.23mg |
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| Manganese | 0.116mg | 0.174mg |
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| Selenium | 6.1µg | 7.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.059mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.042mg | 0.118mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.888mg | 1.32mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.202mg | 0.203mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.107mg | 0.131mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.41µg |
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| Vitamin K | 3.5µg | 1.7µg |
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| Folate | 13µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.157g | 0.284g |
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| Choline | 4.4mg | 46.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.902g | 3.982g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.514g | 4.798g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.989g | 1.483g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.048mg |
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| Threonine | 0.193mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.207mg |
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| Leucine | 0.671mg |
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| Lysine | 0.228mg |
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| Methionine | 0.131mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.276mg |
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| Valine | 0.276mg |
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| Histidine | 0.166mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0.003g | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | 0.057g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0.002g | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0.012g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | 0.03g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.825g | 1.252g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
31%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salisbury steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.61g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salisbury steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Salisbury steak is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arepa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arepa contains less Sodium (difference - 239mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Arepa is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.08g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.