Caesar salad vs. Fast food — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between caesar salad and fast food
- Caesar salad is richer in selenium, calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin A, yet fast food is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B3, iron, zinc, and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for fast food is 20% higher.
- Caesar salad contains 9 times more vitamin A than fast food. Caesar salad contains 78µg of vitamin A, while fast food contains 9µg.
- Fast food contains less sodium.
- Caesar salad has a lower glycemic index than fast food.
Food types used in this article are LITTLE CAESARS 14" Original Round Cheese Pizza, Regular Crust and Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +275.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +72.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +54.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +15.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +30.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +56.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -27.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +11.2% |
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 | +766.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +60.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +18.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +20.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +73.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +18.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +122.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.39 g
Fats:
9.54 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
43.39 g
Other:
2.18 g
Protein:
16.52 g
Fats:
12.01 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
38.45 g
Other:
1.52 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +12.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +43.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +25.9% |
~equal in
Carbs
~31.5g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.206 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.461 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.68 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +103.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +15% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~4.493g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
Starch:
22.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
2.05 g
Fructose:
2.27 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.57 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +193% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +109.2% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +100.9% |
~equal in
Starch
~22.87g
~equal in
Sucrose
~0g
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 Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 31.4µg | 20.3µg | 20% |
| Folate | 80µg | 20% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.4µg | 0.89µg | 20% |
| Calcium | 233mg | 62mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.237mg | 5.617mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 231mg | 134mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2.34mg | 3.06mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.61mg | 2.52mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 78µg | 9µg | 8% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.38g | 4.835g | 6% |
| Protein | 13.39g | 16.52g | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.297mg | 0.363mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.377mg | 0.317mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 454mg | 331mg | 5% |
| Fats | 9.54g | 12.01g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 24mg | 33mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.321mg | 0.357mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.447mg | 0.53mg | 2% |
| Calories | 265kcal | 297kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.61mg | 0.38mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 170mg | 197mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.461g | 1.68g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 4.206g | 4.493g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.13g | 2.27g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Starch | 25.29g | 22.87g | 1% |
| Copper | 0.126mg | 0.121mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 4.9µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 31.5g | 31.5g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 29.8g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 27mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.02g | 4.88g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 1.7g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.15mg | 0.144mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.393mg | 0.46mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.547mg | 0.642mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.137mg | 1.13mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.523mg | 0.785mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.3mg | 0.306mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.717mg | 0.67mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.7mg | 0.728mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.36mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.155g | 0.121g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g | 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
27%
43%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
65%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 123mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Caesar salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Caesar salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.86g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caesar salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.287g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caesar salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
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.