French fries vs. Salsa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between french fries and salsa?
- French fries are richer in vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, fiber, and potassium, while salsa is higher in iron and vitamin A.
- Salsa's daily need coverage for iron is 18% higher.
- Salsa has 81 times less saturated fat than french fries. French fries have 2.336g of saturated fat, while salsa has 0.029g.
We used Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil and USDA Commodity, salsa 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +118.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +114.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +29.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +194.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +316.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -51.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +125% |
| Contains more IronIron | +176.5% |
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 | +17.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +240% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +30% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +178.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +149.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +57.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
Protein:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
7 g
Water:
89.7 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +128.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +7265% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +492% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +132.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.336 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.398 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.029 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.016 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.107 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +37206.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4944.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.8% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.398g | 0.107g | 35% |
| Fats | 14.73g | 0.2g | 22% |
| Iron | 0.81mg | 2.24mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 0.149mg | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.969g | 0.016g | 15% |
| Calories | 312kcal | 36kcal | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 125mg | 30mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.58mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.004mg | 1.08mg | 12% |
| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 11% | |
| Manganese | 0.247mg | 11% | |
| Carbs | 41.44g | 7g | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 0.05mg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.336g | 0.029g | 10% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 1.4g | 10% |
| Sodium | 210mg | 430mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 579mg | 270mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 9% | |
| Choline | 36.8mg | 7% | |
| Magnesium | 35mg | 16mg | 5% |
| Protein | 3.43g | 1.5g | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.5mg | 0.17mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 28µg | 3% |
| Folate | 30µg | 19µg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.124mg | 0.096mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.03mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 0.4µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4.7mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 37.64g | 5.6g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.3g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.06g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.407g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.898g | 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
27%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salsa is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.3g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salsa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.307g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salsa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 220mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
French fries is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
French fries is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)