Cauliflower vs. Chinook salmon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between cauliflower and chinook salmon
- Cauliflower has more vitamin C; however, chinook salmon is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin B6, and vitamin A.
- Chinook salmon covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 120% more than cauliflower.
- Chinook salmon contains 12 times less vitamin C than cauliflower. Cauliflower contains 48.2mg of vitamin C, while chinook salmon contains 4.1mg.
- Cauliflower has less saturated fat.
Food varieties used in this article are Cauliflower, raw and Fish, salmon, chinook, cooked, dry heat.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +715.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +713.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +27.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +68.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +116.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +35.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +107.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +743.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +7700% |
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 | +1075.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +13.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +62.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +156.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1881.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +29.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +151.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.92 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
4.97 g
Water:
92.07 g
Other:
0.76 g
Protein:
25.72 g
Fats:
13.38 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
65.6 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +40.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +-116.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1239.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4678.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.13 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.034 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.031 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.214 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.742 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.662 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +16788.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +8487.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2.87µg | 120% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 46.8µg | 84% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.507mg | 10.045mg | 60% |
| Vitamin C | 48.2mg | 4.1mg | 49% |
| Protein | 1.92g | 25.72g | 48% |
| Phosphorus | 44mg | 371mg | 47% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 85mg | 28% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 122mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.184mg | 0.462mg | 21% |
| Fats | 0.28g | 13.38g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.031g | 2.662g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 149µg | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.034g | 5.742g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 0.13g | 3.214g | 14% |
| Vitamin K | 15.5µg | 13% | |
| Calories | 25kcal | 231kcal | 10% |
| Choline | 44.3mg | 8% | |
| Fiber | 2g | 0g | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.154mg | 7% |
| Folate | 57µg | 35µg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.155mg | 0.019mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.42mg | 0.91mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 299mg | 505mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.667mg | 0.865mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.27mg | 0.56mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.039mg | 0.053mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 4.97g | 0g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.044mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.97g | 1% | |
| Sodium | 30mg | 60mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 28mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 2.97g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.91g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.02mg | 0.288mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.076mg | 1.127mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.071mg | 1.185mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.106mg | 2.09mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.217mg | 2.362mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0.761mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.065mg | 1.004mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.125mg | 1.325mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0.757mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 1.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.727g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.296g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.013g | 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
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65%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
13%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chinook salmon is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.91g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chinook salmon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chinook salmon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cauliflower is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 85mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cauliflower contains less Sodium (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cauliflower is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.084g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cauliflower is cheaper (difference - $14.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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