Chorizo vs. Rib eye steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
What are the main differences between Chorizo and Rib eye steak?
- Chorizo is richer in Vitamin B1, Vitamin B5, Vitamin D, and Choline, while Rib eye steak is higher in Zinc, Selenium, and Iron.
- Chorizo's daily need coverage for Sodium is 51% higher.
- Rib eye steak has 9 times less Vitamin B1 than Chorizo. Chorizo has 0.63mg of Vitamin B1, while Rib eye steak has 0.071mg.
- Rib eye steak is lower in Sodium.
We used Chorizo, pork and beef and Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip-on, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled types in this comparison.
Infographic
Infographic link
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 | +53.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +22.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +37.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +40.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +73.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +100% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +40.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +787.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +109% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +98.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.1 g
Fats:
38.27 g
Carbs:
1.86 g
Water:
31.85 g
Other:
3.92 g
Protein:
23.69 g
Fats:
21.81 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
54.49 g
Other:
0.01 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +75.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +39100% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +71.1% |
~equal in
Protein
~23.69g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
14.38 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
9.684 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
10.519 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.027 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +74.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +236.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -32.7% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated Fat |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Lower in price |
|
||
| Rich in vitamins |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
Opinion |
| Calories | 455kcal | 291kcal |
|
| Protein | 24.1g | 23.69g |
|
| Fats | 38.27g | 21.81g |
|
| Net carbs | 1.86g | 0g |
|
| Carbs | 1.86g | 0g |
|
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 80mg |
|
| Vitamin D | 61IU | 7IU |
|
| Magnesium | 18mg | 22mg |
|
| Calcium | 8mg | 11mg |
|
| Potassium | 398mg | 260mg |
|
| Iron | 1.59mg | 2.24mg |
|
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.08mg | |
| Zinc | 3.41mg | 5.91mg |
|
| Phosphorus | 150mg | 152mg |
|
| Sodium | 1235mg | 54mg |
|
| Vitamin A | 0IU | 25IU |
|
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 8µg |
|
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 0.1mg |
|
| Vitamin D | 1.5µg | 0.2µg |
|
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.08mg |
|
| Selenium | 21.1µg | 29.7µg |
|
| Vitamin B1 | 0.63mg | 0.071mg |
|
| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.287mg |
|
| Vitamin B3 | 5.131mg | 4.908mg |
|
| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 0.536mg |
|
| Vitamin B6 | 0.53mg | 0.477mg |
|
| Vitamin B12 | 2µg | 2.1µg |
|
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1.6µg | |
| Folate | 2µg | 6µg |
|
| Trans Fat | 1.478g |
|
|
| Choline | 96.7mg | 48.8mg |
|
| Saturated Fat | 14.38g | 9.684g |
|
| Monounsaturated Fat | 18.4g | 10.519g |
|
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.46g | 1.027g |
|
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0.265mg |
|
| Threonine | 1.473mg | 1.116mg |
|
| Isoleucine | 2.206mg | 1.103mg |
|
| Leucine | 1.708mg | 2.041mg |
|
| Lysine | 2.414mg | 2.269mg |
|
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.641mg |
|
| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 0.95mg |
|
| Valine | 0.914mg | 1.184mg |
|
| Histidine | 0.721mg | 0.888mg |
|
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g |
|
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g |
|
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.038g |
|
|
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.014g |
|
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g |
|
|
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g |
|
|
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.7g |
|
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
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
67%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Rib eye steak is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Rib eye steak contains less Sodium (difference - 1181mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Rib eye steak is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.696g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Rib eye steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Rib eye steak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Chorizo is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
?
The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)