Chicken Quesadilla vs. McGriddles — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Chicken Quesadilla and McGriddles?
- Chicken Quesadilla is richer in Calcium, Vitamin B3, Zinc, and Polyunsaturated fat, while McGriddles are higher in Monounsaturated Fat.
- Chicken Quesadilla's daily need coverage for Calcium is 21% higher.
- McGriddles have 2 times less Zinc than Chicken Quesadilla. Chicken Quesadilla has 1.42mg of Zinc, while McGriddles have 0.76mg.
- Chicken Quesadilla is lower in Sugar.
We used Fast foods, quesadilla, with chicken and McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +78.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +327% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +26.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +86.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +34.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +15.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +36.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +40.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +35% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +42.1% |
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:
8.41 g
Fats:
17.76 g
Carbs:
31.25 g
Water:
40.11 g
Other:
2.47 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +79% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +23.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +16.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +30% |
~equal in
Water
~40.11g
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
5.435 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.532 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.591 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +58% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -11.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +100.1% |
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:
6.16 g
Glucose:
3.91 g
Fructose:
0.14 g
Lactose:
0.54 g
Maltose:
0.48 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +185.7% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +809.3% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +11.6% |
~equal in
Lactose
~0.54g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 294kcal | 312kcal |
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| Protein | 15.05g | 8.41g |
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| Fats | 15.25g | 17.76g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 22.34g | 30.25g |
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| Carbs | 24.04g | 31.25g |
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| Cholesterol | 37mg | 24mg |
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| Vitamin D | 8IU |
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| Magnesium | 25mg | 14mg |
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| Calcium | 269mg | 63mg |
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| Potassium | 183mg | 145mg |
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| Iron | 1.77mg | 1.42mg |
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| Sugar | 1.88g | 11.23g |
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| Fiber | 1.7g | 1g |
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| Copper | 0.076mg | 0.079mg |
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| Zinc | 1.42mg | 0.76mg |
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| Starch | 17.1g |
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| Phosphorus | 313mg | 316mg |
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| Sodium | 745mg | 737mg |
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| Vitamin A | 271IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 72µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.29mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.266mg | 0.198mg |
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| Selenium | 20.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.2mg | 0.209mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.156mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.2mg | 3.082mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.384mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.108mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.19µg | 0.27µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.4µg |
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| Folate | 52µg | 37µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.322g | 0.956g |
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| Choline | 29.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.154g | 5.435g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.765g | 7.532g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.094g | 2.591g |
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| Fructose | 0.4g | 0.14g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.454g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.427g |
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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
23%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
62%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McGriddles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McGriddles contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
McGriddles is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.719g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McGriddles is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken Quesadilla is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.35g)
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 ($)