Caesar salad vs. McDonald's Quarter Pounder — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Caesar salad and McDonald's Quarter Pounder
- Caesar salad has more Vitamin B1, Phosphorus, Calcium, and Manganese, while McDonald's Quarter Pounder has more Vitamin B12, Zinc, Vitamin B3, and Monounsaturated Fat.
- McDonald's Quarter Pounder's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 37% higher.
- McDonald's Quarter Pounder contains 3 times less Calcium than Caesar salad. Caesar salad contains 233mg of Calcium, while McDonald's Quarter Pounder contains 84mg.
The food types used in this comparison are LITTLE CAESARS 14" Original Round Cheese Pizza, Regular Crust and McDONALD'S, QUARTER POUNDER.
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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 | +27.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +177.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +17.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +86.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +61.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +33.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +67.1% |
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 | +542.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +106% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +15.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +37.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +220% |
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:
14.1 g
Fats:
11.55 g
Carbs:
22.17 g
Water:
50.37 g
Other:
1.81 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +42.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +20.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +21.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16.1% |
~equal in
Protein
~14.1g
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
4.008 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.202 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.283 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +416.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +76.6% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~4.008g
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:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.22 g
Glucose:
1.91 g
Fructose:
2.2 g
Lactose:
0.07 g
Maltose:
0.73 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +128.8% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +94.9% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +94.7% |
~equal in
Lactose
~0.07g
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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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 265kcal | 244kcal |
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| Protein | 13.39g | 14.1g |
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| Fats | 9.54g | 11.55g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.9mg |
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| Net carbs | 29.8g | 20.57g |
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| Carbs | 31.5g | 22.17g |
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| Cholesterol | 24mg | 39mg |
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| Magnesium | 28mg | 22mg |
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| Calcium | 233mg | 84mg |
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| Potassium | 170mg | 227mg |
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| Iron | 2.34mg | 2.41mg |
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| Sugar | 4.02g | 5.13g |
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| Fiber | 1.7g | 1.6g |
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| Copper | 0.126mg | 0.107mg |
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| Zinc | 1.61mg | 2.69mg |
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| Starch | 25.29g |
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| Phosphorus | 231mg | 124mg |
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| Sodium | 454mg | 427mg |
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| Vitamin A | 360IU | 56IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 78µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.61mg |
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| Manganese | 0.321mg | 0.199mg |
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| Selenium | 31.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.377mg | 0.183mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.297mg | 0.344mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.237mg | 4.452mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.447mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.4µg | 1.28µg |
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| Vitamin K | 5.9µg |
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| Folate | 56µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.724g |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.206g | 4.008g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.38g | 4.202g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.461g | 0.283g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.15mg |
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| Threonine | 0.393mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.547mg |
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| Leucine | 1.137mg |
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| Lysine | 0.523mg |
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| Methionine | 0.3mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.717mg |
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| Valine | 0.7mg |
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| Histidine | 0.36mg |
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| Fructose | 1.13g | 2.2g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.155g |
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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%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
65%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's Quarter Pounder contains less Sodium (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
McDonald's Quarter Pounder is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.198g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's Quarter Pounder is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Caesar salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 15mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Caesar salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.11g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caesar salad is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.