Fajita vs. Beefsteak raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between fajita and beefsteak raw?
- Fajita is higher in phosphorus, yet beefsteak raw is higher in vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, iron, vitamin B6, and copper.
- Beefsteak raw's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 90% more.
- Fajita has 15 times more sodium than beefsteak raw. While fajita has 799mg of sodium, beefsteak raw has only 55mg.
- The glycemic index of beefsteak raw is lower.
We used USDA Commodity, chicken fajita strips, frozen and Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw types 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 CalciumCalcium | +160% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +25.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +13.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +32% |
| Contains more IronIron | +102% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +163.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +286.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +67.1% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +17% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +40.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +398.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +650% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.56 g
Fats:
5.73 g
Carbs:
2.23 g
Water:
70.6 g
Other:
2.88 g
Protein:
21.38 g
Fats:
5.36 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
72.93 g
Other:
0.33 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +772.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.2% |
~equal in
Fats
~5.36g
~equal in
Water
~72.93g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.596 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.333 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.089 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.875 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.354 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.189 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -14.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +476.2% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~2.354g
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 | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 2.69µg | 90% |
| Zinc | 1.37mg | 5.3mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 799mg | 55mg | 32% |
| Selenium | 16.7µg | 27.9µg | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.726mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 0.99mg | 2mg | 13% |
| Choline | 67.8mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.387mg | 0.543mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 277mg | 220mg | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 67mg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.089g | 0.189g | 6% |
| Protein | 18.56g | 21.38g | 6% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.079mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.066mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 284mg | 375mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.182mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.075mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.779mg | 5.048mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 1.596g | 1.875g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 13mg | 5mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 1.5µg | 1% |
| Fats | 5.73g | 5.36g | 1% |
| Carbs | 2.23g | 0g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 25mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Calories | 135kcal | 134kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.23g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 3IU | 0% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Folate | 4µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.253g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.333g | 2.354g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.2mg | 0.262mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.452mg | 1.099mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.813mg | 1.09mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.56mg | 2.011mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.857mg | 2.247mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.552mg | 0.621mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.763mg | 0.931mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.847mg | 1.152mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.68mg | 0.868mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.007g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.01g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.142g | 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
31%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
55%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fajita is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.279g)
Which food is cheaper?
Fajita is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Beefsteak raw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beefsteak raw contains less Sodium (difference - 744mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beefsteak raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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