Lasagne vs. Potato salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between lasagne and potato salad
- Lasagne has more selenium, vitamin B12, phosphorus, calcium, and zinc, while potato salad has more vitamin C.
- Lasagne's daily need coverage for selenium is 21% higher.
- The amount of saturated fat in potato salad is lower.
- Lasagne has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of lasagne is 28, while the glycemic index of potato salad is 45.
The food types used in this comparison are Lasagna with meat sauce, frozen, prepared and Potato salad, home-prepared.
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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 | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +363.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +180.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +121.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -29.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +91.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +287.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +29.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +31.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +28.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +23.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +71.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +242.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +65.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +15.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.28 g
Fats:
4.92 g
Carbs:
15.36 g
Water:
70.87 g
Other:
1.57 g
Protein:
2.68 g
Fats:
8.2 g
Carbs:
11.17 g
Water:
76 g
Other:
1.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +171.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +37.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +66.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +24.2% |
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Water
~76g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.348 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.758 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.433 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.429 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.48 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.737 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -39.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +41.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +763% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.433g | 3.737g | 22% |
| Selenium | 15.9µg | 4.1µg | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 68mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 115mg | 52mg | 9% |
| Protein | 7.28g | 2.68g | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 2.5mg | 10mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 88mg | 19mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 373mg | 529mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 7µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.85mg | 6% | |
| Fats | 4.92g | 8.2g | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.87mg | 0.31mg | 5% |
| Folate | 24µg | 7µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.528mg | 0.89mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.193mg | 0.101mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.323mg | 0.534mg | 4% |
| Starch | 9.83g | 4% | |
| Choline | 23.2mg | 4% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.348g | 1.429g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.118mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 1.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.758g | 2.48g | 2% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 254mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 41µg | 32µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.077mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.074mg | 0.06mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.71mg | 0.65mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.122mg | 0.141mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 15.36g | 11.17g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.04g | 1% | |
| Calories | 135kcal | 143kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 13.66g | 9.87g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 1IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.11g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.196g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0.042mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.219mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.224mg | 0.141mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.578mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.486mg | 0.171mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.164mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.329mg | 0.135mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 0.172mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.183mg | 0.062mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.026g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.322g | 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
18%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.11g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.919g)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato salad is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lasagne is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lasagne contains less Sodium (difference - 156mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lasagne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lasagne is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lasagne is relatively richer in vitamins