Chicken McNuggets vs. Burrito — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Chicken McNuggets and Burrito different?
- Chicken McNuggets are higher in Vitamin B3, Phosphorus, and Vitamin B6, however, Burrito is richer in Iron, Copper, Vitamin B2, Manganese, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B3 from Chicken McNuggets is 35% higher.
- Chicken McNuggets contain 22 times more Cholesterol than Burrito. While Chicken McNuggets contain 44mg of Cholesterol, Burrito contains only 2mg.
McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS and Fast foods, burrito, with beans are the varieties used 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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +504.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +66.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +372.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +19.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +133.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +255.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +18.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -19.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +185.7% |
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 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +295.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +184.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +81.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +154.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +51.5% |
~equal in
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.79 g
Fats:
19.81 g
Carbs:
15.09 g
Water:
47.13 g
Other:
2.18 g
Protein:
6.48 g
Fats:
6.22 g
Carbs:
32.92 g
Water:
52.53 g
Other:
1.85 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +143.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +218.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +118.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +11.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.261 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.61 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.174 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.184 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.551 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +272.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +918.1% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~3.174g
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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| Calories | 302kcal | 206kcal |
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| Protein | 15.79g | 6.48g |
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| Fats | 19.81g | 6.22g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 0.9mg |
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| Net carbs | 15.09g | 32.92g |
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| Carbs | 15.09g | 32.92g |
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| Cholesterol | 44mg | 2mg |
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| Magnesium | 24mg | 40mg |
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| Calcium | 11mg | 52mg |
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| Potassium | 252mg | 301mg |
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| Iron | 0.89mg | 2.08mg |
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| Sugar | 0.08g |
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| Copper | 0.049mg | 0.174mg |
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| Zinc | 0.59mg | 0.7mg |
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| Phosphorus | 272mg | 45mg |
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| Sodium | 566mg | 454mg |
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| Vitamin A | 153IU |
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| Manganese | 0.14mg | 0.4mg |
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| Selenium | 10.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.29mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.28mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 7.4mg | 1.87mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg | 0.92mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.398mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0.5µg |
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| Folate | 40µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.114g |
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| Choline | 26.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.261g | 3.174g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.134g | 2.184g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.61g | 0.551g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.079mg |
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| Threonine | 0.244mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.27mg |
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| Leucine | 0.504mg |
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| Lysine | 0.343mg |
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| Methionine | 0.107mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.351mg |
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| Valine | 0.319mg |
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| Histidine | 0.172mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.296g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.025g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.105g |
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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
30%
29%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Burrito is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 42mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Burrito is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.08g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Burrito contains less Sodium (difference - 112mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Burrito is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.087g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Burrito is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Burrito is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Burrito is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)