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Greek Tzatziki vs. Taco — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between greek Tzatziki and taco

  • Greek Tzatziki has more vitamin B1, vitamin B2, fiber, and vitamin B3; however, taco is higher in vitamin B12, phosphorus, and zinc.
  • Taco covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 26% more than greek Tzatziki.
  • Taco contains 4 times less vitamin B1 than greek Tzatziki. Greek Tzatziki contains 0.2mg of vitamin B1, while taco contains 0.05mg.
  • Greek Tzatziki has less saturated fat.

Food varieties used in this article are KASHI Pizza, Greek Tzatziki, single serve, frozen, unprepared and Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell.

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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%
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 23% 27% 18% 45% 26% 48% 76% 52% 32% 50%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +30.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -18.9%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +13%
Contains more ZincZinc +250%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +109.4%
~equal in Iron ~1.19mg

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%
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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 1.3% 6.7% 12% 1.5% 13% 14% 31% 0% 21% 116% 38% 14% 17%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +300%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +233.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +63.6%
Contains more FolateFolate +47.4%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +50%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +210%
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~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
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9% 13% 20% 57%
Protein: 8.86 g
Fats: 12.7 g
Carbs: 19.85 g
Water: 57.02 g
Other: 1.57 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +25.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +49.6%
Contains more OtherOther +301.3%
Contains more FatsFats +92.4%
Contains more WaterWater +23.2%

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
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37% 37% 26%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 4.384 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 4.411 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.042 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -47.5%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +159.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +176.5%

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 Taco
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Greek Tzatziki Taco DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 0.93µg 26%
Selenium 9.2µg 17%
Vitamin K 15.3µg 13%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.1g 3.042g 13%
Vitamin B1 0.2mg 0.05mg 13%
Phosphorus 85mg 178mg 13%
Manganese 0.249mg 11%
Vitamin B2 0.2mg 0.06mg 11%
Zinc 0.5mg 1.75mg 11%
Fats 6.6g 12.7g 9%
Saturated fat 2.3g 4.384g 9%
Copper 0.077mg 9%
Fiber 5.9g 3.9g 8%
Magnesium 32mg 8%
Monounsaturated fat 1.7g 4.411g 7%
Vitamin B3 2.7mg 1.65mg 7%
Choline 32mg 6%
Starch 14.78g 6%
Cholesterol 10mg 28mg 6%
Vitamin E 0.6mg 4%
Protein 11.1g 8.86g 4%
Calcium 116mg 89mg 3%
Sodium 322mg 397mg 3%
Carbs 29.7g 19.85g 3%
Vitamin B6 0.06mg 0.09mg 2%
Folate 28µg 19µg 2%
Vitamin A 20µg 2%
Calories 203kcal 226kcal 1%
Vitamin D 0.1µg 1%
Iron 1.3mg 1.19mg 1%
Potassium 185mg 209mg 1%
Vitamin D 0IU 4IU 1%
Vitamin C 0mg 0.4mg 0%
Net carbs 23.8g 15.95g N/A
Sugar 2.7g 0.9g N/A
Trans fat 0g 0.467g N/A
Fructose 0.3g 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.005g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.166g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.006g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.011g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.004g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 2.708g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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

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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
22%
Taco
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
Greek Tzatziki
40%
Taco

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco
Taco is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco
Taco is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.8g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taco
Taco is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Greek Tzatziki
Greek Tzatziki is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 18mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Greek Tzatziki
Greek Tzatziki contains less Sodium (difference - 75mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Greek Tzatziki
Greek Tzatziki is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.084g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Greek Tzatziki
Greek Tzatziki is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Taco - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170689/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.