Chicken sandwich vs. Caesar salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chicken sandwich and caesar salad different?
- Chicken sandwich is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B5, and vitamin E; however, caesar salad is richer in selenium, calcium, vitamin B1, vitamin B12, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for chicken sandwich is 28% higher.
- Chicken sandwich contains 4 times more vitamin E than caesar salad. While chicken sandwich contains 2.41mg of vitamin E, caesar salad contains only 0.61mg.
- Caesar salad has less sodium.
- Caesar salad has a lower glycemic index (50) than chicken sandwich (74).
Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles and LITTLE CAESARS 14" Original Round Cheese Pizza, Regular Crust 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 PotassiumPotassium | +44.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +301.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +32.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +88.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +163.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +24.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -39.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +46.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +57.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +295.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +138.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +168.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +44.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +63.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +207.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
Protein:
13.39 g
Fats:
9.54 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
43.39 g
Other:
2.18 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +21.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +17.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +12.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +23.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +50.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.206 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.461 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -49.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +88.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +117.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
16.5 g
Sucrose:
1.15 g
Glucose:
0.79 g
Fructose:
0.97 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.73 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
25.29 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.98 g
Fructose:
1.13 g
Lactose:
0.07 g
Maltose:
1.67 g
Galactose:
0.16 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +53.3% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +24.1% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +16.5% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +128.8% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.383mg | 29% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.72mg | 3.237mg | 28% |
| Selenium | 19.9µg | 31.4µg | 21% |
| Calcium | 58mg | 233mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.2mg | 0.447mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 753mg | 454mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.23mg | 0.377mg | 12% |
| Folate | 47µg | 12% | |
| Vitamin E | 2.41mg | 0.61mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.13µg | 0.4µg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.177g | 1.461g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.123g | 4.206g | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.61mg | 1.61mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 78µg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.77mg | 2.34mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.126mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 185mg | 231mg | 7% |
| Choline | 35.3mg | 6% | |
| Protein | 16.28g | 13.39g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.481g | 2.38g | 5% |
| Carbs | 20.89g | 31.5g | 4% |
| Starch | 16.5g | 25.29g | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.219mg | 0.321mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 24mg | 4% |
| Fats | 11.19g | 9.54g | 3% |
| Potassium | 245mg | 170mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 8.5µg | 5.9µg | 2% |
| Calories | 250kcal | 265kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 1.7g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 28mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 19.49g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.64g | 4.02g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.297mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.393mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.547mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.137mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.523mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.3mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.717mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.7mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.36mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.97g | 1.13g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.197g | 0.155g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g | 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
44%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
65%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.38g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.083g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Caesar salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caesar salad contains less Sodium (difference - 299mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caesar salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caesar salad is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)