Cheeseburger vs. Veggie burger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between cheeseburgers and veggie burgers?
- Cheeseburgers are richer in zinc and vitamin B2, while veggie burgers are higher in vitamin B1, vitamin B12, manganese, folate, fiber, and copper.
- Veggie burgers' daily need coverage for vitamin B1 is 197% higher.
- Veggie burgers have 9 times less cholesterol than cheeseburgers. Cheeseburgers have 43mg of cholesterol, while veggie burgers have 5mg.
We used Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, regular patty; plain and Veggie burgers or soyburgers, unprepared 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 IronIron | +12.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +97.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -9.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +115.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +14.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +69.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +80.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +28% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +200.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +15.3% |
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 | +4900% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +126.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +48.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +39% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +88.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +49% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +804.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +32.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +164.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +77.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.51 g
Fats:
14.72 g
Carbs:
28.03 g
Water:
38.63 g
Other:
2.11 g
Protein:
15.7 g
Fats:
6.3 g
Carbs:
14.27 g
Water:
61.21 g
Other:
2.52 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +133.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +96.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +58.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +19.4% |
~equal in
Protein
~15.7g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.473 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.413 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.658 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.44 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.023 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +204.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -77.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +22% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
19.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.76 g
Fructose:
1.94 g
Lactose:
0.72 g
Maltose:
0.46 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
5.78 g
Sucrose:
0.62 g
Glucose:
0.26 g
Fructose:
0.13 g
Lactose:
0.06 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +243.8% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +576.9% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1392.3% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +1100% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
~equal in
Galactose
~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 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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.293mg | 2.651mg | 197% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.76µg | 2.01µg | 52% |
| Manganese | 0.316mg | 0.951mg | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 6.473g | 1.44g | 23% |
| Folate | 70µg | 124µg | 14% |
| Fats | 14.72g | 6.3g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 5mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2g | 4.9g | 12% |
| Zinc | 2.49mg | 1.26mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.111mg | 0.2mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.413g | 1.778g | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.217mg | 3.753mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.244mg | 9% |
| Calories | 308kcal | 177kcal | 7% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 56mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 161mg | 206mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.228mg | 0.303mg | 6% |
| Starch | 19.87g | 5.78g | 6% |
| Selenium | 19.6µg | 22.6µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.545mg | 0.289mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 4.5mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 50µg | 1µg | 5% |
| Carbs | 28.03g | 14.27g | 5% |
| Iron | 2.71mg | 2.41mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 333mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.52mg | 0.23mg | 2% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 19.4mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 515mg | 569mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.658g | 2.023g | 2% |
| Protein | 16.51g | 15.7g | 2% |
| Calcium | 119mg | 136mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.94g | 0.13g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 26.03g | 9.37g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | 1.07g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 4.2µg | 4.2µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.57g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.155mg | 0.162mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.571mg | 0.605mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.755mg | 0.78mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.316mg | 1.399mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.784mg | 1.004mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.377mg | 0.291mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.755mg | 0.885mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.881mg | 0.89mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.445mg | 0.465mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | 0.081g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.322g | 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
42%
97%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
71%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Veggie burger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 38mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Veggie burger is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.81g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Veggie burger is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.033g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Veggie burger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Veggie burger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cheeseburger contains less Sodium (difference - 54mg)
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.