Broccoli vs. Caesar salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between broccoli and caesar salad?
- Broccoli is higher in vitamin C and vitamin K, yet caesar salad is higher in selenium, vitamin B1, phosphorus, iron, calcium, and vitamin B12.
- Broccoli's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 99% more.
- Broccoli has 17 times more vitamin K than caesar salad. While broccoli has 101.6µg of vitamin K, caesar salad has only 5.9µg.
- The amount of sodium in broccoli is lower.
- The glycemic index of broccoli is lower.
We used Broccoli, raw and LITTLE CAESARS 14" Original Round Cheese Pizza, Regular Crust types in this article.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +85.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +395.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +220.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +157.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +292.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +250% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +52.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1156% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +27.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +28.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1622% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +151.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +431% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +153.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +406.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.82 g
Fats:
0.37 g
Carbs:
6.64 g
Water:
89.3 g
Other:
0.87 g
Protein:
13.39 g
Fats:
9.54 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
43.39 g
Other:
2.18 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +105.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +374.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2478.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +374.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +150.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.039 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.038 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.206 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.461 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +21536.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3744.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.1 g
Glucose:
0.49 g
Fructose:
0.68 g
Lactose:
0.21 g
Maltose:
0.21 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
25.29 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.98 g
Fructose:
1.13 g
Lactose:
0.07 g
Maltose:
1.67 g
Galactose:
0.16 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +200% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +100% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +66.2% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +695.2% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 89.2mg | 0mg | 99% |
| Vitamin K | 101.6µg | 5.9µg | 80% |
| Selenium | 2.5µg | 31.4µg | 53% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.071mg | 0.377mg | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 66mg | 231mg | 24% |
| Protein | 2.82g | 13.39g | 21% |
| Iron | 0.73mg | 2.34mg | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 0.039g | 4.206g | 19% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 233mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 33mg | 454mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.4µg | 17% |
| Folate | 63µg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.639mg | 3.237mg | 16% |
| Fats | 0.37g | 9.54g | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.117mg | 0.297mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.175mg | 13% | |
| Calories | 34kcal | 265kcal | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.41mg | 1.61mg | 11% |
| Starch | 0g | 25.29g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.038g | 1.461g | 9% |
| Copper | 0.049mg | 0.126mg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 24mg | 8% |
| Carbs | 6.64g | 31.5g | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.011g | 2.38g | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.21mg | 0.321mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 31µg | 78µg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 1.7g | 4% |
| Potassium | 316mg | 170mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.573mg | 0.447mg | 3% |
| Choline | 18.7mg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.78mg | 0.61mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.68g | 1.13g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.04g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.7g | 4.02g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.033mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.088mg | 0.393mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.079mg | 0.547mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.129mg | 1.137mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.135mg | 0.523mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.038mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.117mg | 0.717mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.125mg | 0.7mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.059mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.155g | N/A |
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
59%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
65%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caesar salad is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Caesar salad is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Broccoli is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Broccoli is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.32g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Broccoli contains less Sodium (difference - 421mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Broccoli is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.167g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Broccoli is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.