English muffin vs. Burrito — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are English muffins and burrito different?
- English muffins are higher in phosphorus; however, burrito is richer in vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, vitamin B1, and vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for burrito is 19% higher.
- English muffins contain 3 times more phosphorus than burrito. While English muffins contain 133mg of phosphorus, burrito contains only 45mg.
- English muffins have less saturated fat.
- Burrito has a lower glycemic index (37) than English muffins (77).
English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough) and Fast foods, burrito, with beans 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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +195.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +90.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +129.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +133.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +34.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +12% |
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 | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +60.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +81.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +19.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +106.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +225.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1150% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.7 g
Fats:
1.8 g
Carbs:
46 g
Water:
42.1 g
Other:
2.4 g
Protein:
6.48 g
Fats:
6.22 g
Carbs:
32.92 g
Water:
52.53 g
Other:
1.85 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +39.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +29.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +245.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +24.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.259 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.302 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.888 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.174 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.184 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.551 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +61.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +623.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0.5µg | 19% |
| Selenium | 10.1µg | 18% | |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 2.08mg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 0.259g | 3.174g | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 133mg | 45mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 11% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.154mg | 0.28mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.446mg | 0.92mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.181mg | 0.29mg | 9% |
| Fats | 1.8g | 6.22g | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.14mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 40mg | 5% |
| Choline | 26.8mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 131mg | 301mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.174mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.302g | 2.184g | 5% |
| Carbs | 46g | 32.92g | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.888g | 0.551g | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.4mg | 2% |
| Protein | 7.7g | 6.48g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 1.87mg | 2% |
| Folate | 37µg | 40µg | 1% |
| Calories | 235kcal | 206kcal | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0.9mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 32.92g | N/A |
| Calcium | 52mg | 52mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 464mg | 454mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0.079mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.242mg | 0.244mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.315mg | 0.27mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.553mg | 0.504mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.241mg | 0.343mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.139mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.379mg | 0.351mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.353mg | 0.319mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.17mg | 0.172mg | 0% |
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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
14%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.915g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Burrito contains less Sodium (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Burrito is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Burrito is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Burrito is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)