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Greek Tzatziki vs. McGriddles — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Greek Tzatziki and McGriddles

  • Greek Tzatziki has more Fiber, and Calcium, while McGriddles has more Phosphorus, Monounsaturated Fat, and Polyunsaturated fat.
  • McGriddles' daily need coverage for Phosphorus is 33% higher.
  • McGriddles contain 6 times less Fiber than Greek Tzatziki. Greek Tzatziki contains 5.9g of Fiber, while McGriddles contain 1g.
  • The amount of Sodium in Greek Tzatziki is lower.

The food types used in this comparison are KASHI Pizza, Greek Tzatziki, single serve, frozen, unprepared and McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 35% 16% 49% 0% 14% 36% 42% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 10% 19% 13% 53% 26% 21% 135% 96% 26% 0%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +84.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +27.6%
Contains less SodiumSodium -56.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +52%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +271.8%
~equal in Iron ~1.42mg
~equal in Selenium ~µg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 50% 46% 51% 0% 14% 38% 0% 21% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 52% 36% 58% 23% 25% 34% 0% 28% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +28.2%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +14.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +80%
Contains more FolateFolate +32.1%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0IU
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin B1 ~0.209mg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0.27µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
11% 7% 30% 46% 6%
Protein: 11.1 g
Fats: 6.6 g
Carbs: 29.7 g
Water: 46.3 g
Other: 6.3 g
8% 18% 31% 40% 2%
Protein: 8.41 g
Fats: 17.76 g
Carbs: 31.25 g
Water: 40.11 g
Other: 2.47 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +32%
Contains more WaterWater +15.4%
Contains more OtherOther +155.1%
Contains more FatsFats +169.1%
~equal in Carbs ~31.25g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
45% 33% 22%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 2.3 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 1.7 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.1 g
35% 48% 17%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 5.435 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 7.532 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.591 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -57.7%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +343.1%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +135.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Greek Tzatziki McGriddles
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index Equal
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Greek Tzatziki McGriddles Opinion
Calories 203kcal 312kcal McGriddles
Protein 11.1g 8.41g Greek Tzatziki
Fats 6.6g 17.76g McGriddles
Net carbs 23.8g 30.25g McGriddles
Carbs 29.7g 31.25g McGriddles
Cholesterol 10mg 24mg Greek Tzatziki
Magnesium 14mg McGriddles
Calcium 116mg 63mg Greek Tzatziki
Potassium 185mg 145mg Greek Tzatziki
Iron 1.3mg 1.42mg McGriddles
Sugar 2.7g 11.23g Greek Tzatziki
Fiber 5.9g 1g Greek Tzatziki
Copper 0.079mg McGriddles
Zinc 0.5mg 0.76mg McGriddles
Phosphorus 85mg 316mg McGriddles
Sodium 322mg 737mg Greek Tzatziki
Manganese 0.198mg McGriddles
Vitamin B1 0.2mg 0.209mg McGriddles
Vitamin B2 0.2mg 0.156mg Greek Tzatziki
Vitamin B3 2.7mg 3.082mg McGriddles
Vitamin B5 0.384mg McGriddles
Vitamin B6 0.06mg 0.108mg McGriddles
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 0.27µg Greek Tzatziki
Folate 28µg 37µg McGriddles
Trans Fat 0g 0.956g Greek Tzatziki
Saturated Fat 2.3g 5.435g Greek Tzatziki
Monounsaturated Fat 1.7g 7.532g McGriddles
Polyunsaturated fat 1.1g 2.591g McGriddles
Fructose 0.14g McGriddles

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Greek Tzatziki McGriddles
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet Equal

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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
17%
Greek Tzatziki
20%
McGriddles
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
Greek Tzatziki
40%
McGriddles

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
McGriddles
McGriddles is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Greek Tzatziki
Greek Tzatziki is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Greek Tzatziki
Greek Tzatziki is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Greek Tzatziki
Greek Tzatziki contains less Sodium (difference - 415mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Greek Tzatziki
Greek Tzatziki is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.135g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. McGriddles - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172059/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.