Coleslaw vs. Potato salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between coleslaw and potato salad
- Coleslaw has more vitamin C, while potato salad has more copper, vitamin B5, and iron.
- Potato salad's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 21% higher.
- The amount of sodium in coleslaw is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, coleslaw and Potato salad, home-prepared.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +57.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -61.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +87.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +96.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +195.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +686.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +121.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +160% |
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 | +46% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +14.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +196.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +332% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +117.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +25.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.95 g
Fats:
9.91 g
Carbs:
14.89 g
Water:
73.42 g
Other:
0.83 g
Protein:
2.68 g
Fats:
8.2 g
Carbs:
11.17 g
Water:
76 g
Other:
1.95 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +20.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +33.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +182.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +134.9% |
~equal in
Water
~76g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.599 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.671 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.348 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.429 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.48 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.737 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +43.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -10.6% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~2.48g
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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| Rich in minerals |
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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 K | 70.9µg | 59% | |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 68mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 203mg | 529mg | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.348g | 3.737g | 11% |
| Copper | 0.015mg | 0.118mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 4.1µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.246mg | 0.534mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 14.6mg | 10mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.22mg | 0.65mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 20mg | 52mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.077mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 129mg | 254mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.206mg | 0.89mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.02mg | 0.06mg | 3% |
| Protein | 0.95g | 2.68g | 3% |
| Fats | 9.91g | 8.2g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.112mg | 0.141mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.14mg | 0.31mg | 2% |
| Folate | 7µg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 15mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.44g | 2% | |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 1.3g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 1.599g | 1.429g | 1% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 143kcal | 1% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 19mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 14.89g | 11.17g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 12.99g | 9.87g | N/A |
| Sugar | 12.19g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 32µg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.102mg | 0.101mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.037g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.671g | 2.48g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.141mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.202mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.171mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.135mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.172mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.062mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.279g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.979g | 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
23%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.19g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.17g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato salad is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato salad is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Coleslaw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 64mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coleslaw contains less Sodium (difference - 326mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coleslaw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)