Fajita vs. Taco salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between fajita and taco salad?
- Fajita is richer in phosphorus, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12, yet taco salad is richer in folate and copper.
- Fajita's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 29% higher.
- Fajita has 8 times more Selenium than taco salad. Fajita has 16.7µg of Selenium, while taco salad has 2.2µg.
- Taco salad contains less cholesterol.
We used USDA Commodity, chicken fajita strips, frozen and Fast foods, taco salad types in this comparison.
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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 | +35.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +284.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +659.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +18.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +646.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +16.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +276.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -51.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +153% |
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 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +18.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +285.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +251.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +68.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +191% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +950% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
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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:
6.68 g
Fats:
7.46 g
Carbs:
11.91 g
Water:
72.35 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +177.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +80% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +30.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +434.1% |
~equal in
Water
~72.35g
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
3.446 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.606 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.883 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -53.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +23.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +11.7% |
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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| Calories | 135kcal | 141kcal |
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| Protein | 18.56g | 6.68g |
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| Fats | 5.73g | 7.46g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 2.23g | 11.91g |
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| Carbs | 2.23g | 11.91g |
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| Cholesterol | 88mg | 22mg |
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| Magnesium | 22mg | 26mg |
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| Calcium | 13mg | 97mg |
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| Potassium | 284mg | 210mg |
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| Iron | 0.99mg | 1.15mg |
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| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 1.37mg | 1.36mg |
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| Phosphorus | 277mg | 72mg |
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| Sodium | 799mg | 385mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 297IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.22mg |
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| Manganese | 0.066mg | 0.167mg |
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| Selenium | 16.7µg | 2.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.18mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.779mg | 1.24mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.726mg | 0.68mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.387mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0.32µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.2µg |
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| Folate | 4µg | 42µg |
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| Choline | 67.8mg | 23.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.596g | 3.446g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.333g | 2.606g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.089g | 0.883g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.2mg | 0.075mg |
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| Threonine | 0.452mg | 0.254mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.813mg | 0.311mg |
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| Leucine | 1.56mg | 0.549mg |
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| Lysine | 1.857mg | 0.486mg |
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| Methionine | 0.552mg | 0.145mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.763mg | 0.277mg |
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| Valine | 0.847mg | 0.343mg |
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| Histidine | 0.68mg | 0.201mg |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.01g |
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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%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco salad contains less Sodium (difference - 414mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Fajita is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.85g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fajita is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.