Chicken Quesadilla vs. McChicken Sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between chicken Quesadilla and mcChicken Sandwich
- Chicken Quesadilla has more phosphorus, calcium, and zinc; however, mcChicken Sandwich is higher in polyunsaturated fat.
- Chicken Quesadilla covers your daily need for phosphorus, 25% more than mcChicken Sandwich.
- Chicken Quesadilla has 3 times more calcium than mcChicken Sandwich. While chicken Quesadilla has 269mg of calcium, mcChicken Sandwich has only 88mg.
- McChicken Sandwich has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of mcChicken Sandwich is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fast foods, quesadilla, with chicken and McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich.
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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 | +25% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +205.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +125.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +125.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -16.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +34.6% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +11.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.05 g
Fats:
15.25 g
Carbs:
24.04 g
Water:
42.62 g
Other:
3.04 g
Protein:
10.43 g
Fats:
13.21 g
Carbs:
27.97 g
Water:
46.11 g
Other:
2.28 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +44.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +15.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +16.3% |
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Water
~46.11g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.154 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.765 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.094 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.346 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.401 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.964 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -61.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +16.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +21.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
17.1 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.43 g
Fructose:
0.4 g
Lactose:
0.53 g
Maltose:
0.43 g
Galactose:
0.08 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.17 g
Glucose:
1.03 g
Fructose:
1.93 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.43 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +139.5% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +382.5% |
~equal in
Maltose
~0.43g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 20.8µg | 38% | |
| Phosphorus | 313mg | 139mg | 25% |
| Calcium | 269mg | 88mg | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 6.154g | 2.346g | 17% |
| Folate | 52µg | 13% | |
| Protein | 15.05g | 10.43g | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 72µg | 8% | |
| Zinc | 1.42mg | 0.63mg | 7% |
| Starch | 17.1g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.094g | 4.964g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 745mg | 624mg | 5% |
| Choline | 29.8mg | 5% | |
| Manganese | 0.266mg | 0.358mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 27mg | 3% |
| Fats | 15.25g | 13.21g | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.2mg | 3.942mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 1.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.765g | 4.401g | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.4g | 1.93g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.2mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 2% | |
| Calories | 294kcal | 273kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.2mg | 0.212mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.076mg | 0.082mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 24.04g | 27.97g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 8IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% | |
| Net carbs | 22.34g | 26.67g | N/A |
| Potassium | 183mg | 173mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1.77mg | 1.74mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.88g | 3.57g | N/A |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.19µg | 0.19µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.322g | 0.079g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.454g | 0.43g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | 0.016g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.014g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.427g | 4.396g | N/A |
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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
24%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
62%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McChicken Sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 121mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.808g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken Quesadilla is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.69g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken Quesadilla is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken Quesadilla is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken Quesadilla is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)