McChicken Sandwich vs. Taco salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are McChicken Sandwich and Taco salad different?
- McChicken Sandwich is richer in Vitamin B3, Vitamin B1, Phosphorus, Manganese, and Iron, while Taco salad is higher in Zinc, and Vitamin B12.
- McChicken Sandwich covers your daily need of Vitamin B3 17% more than Taco salad.
- McChicken Sandwich contains 4 times more Vitamin B1 than Taco salad. McChicken Sandwich contains 0.212mg of Vitamin B1, while Taco salad contains 0.05mg.
- Taco salad is lower in Sodium.
McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich and Fast foods, taco salad types were used in this article.
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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 IronIron | +51.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +93.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +114.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +30% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +10.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +21.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +37.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +115.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -38.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +324% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +217.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +68.4% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.43 g
Fats:
13.21 g
Carbs:
27.97 g
Water:
46.11 g
Other:
2.28 g
Protein:
6.68 g
Fats:
7.46 g
Carbs:
11.91 g
Water:
72.35 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +56.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +77.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +134.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +42.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +56.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.346 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.401 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.964 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 | -31.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +68.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +462.2% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 273kcal | 141kcal |
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| Protein | 10.43g | 6.68g |
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| Fats | 13.21g | 7.46g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 26.67g | 11.91g |
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| Carbs | 27.97g | 11.91g |
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| Cholesterol | 27mg | 22mg |
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| Magnesium | 20mg | 26mg |
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| Calcium | 88mg | 97mg |
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| Potassium | 173mg | 210mg |
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| Iron | 1.74mg | 1.15mg |
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| Sugar | 3.57g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g |
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| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 0.63mg | 1.36mg |
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| Phosphorus | 139mg | 72mg |
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| Sodium | 624mg | 385mg |
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| Vitamin A | 297IU |
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| Manganese | 0.358mg | 0.167mg |
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| Selenium | 2.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.212mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.2mg | 0.18mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.942mg | 1.24mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.19µg | 0.32µg |
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| Folate | 42µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.079g |
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| Choline | 23.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.346g | 3.446g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.401g | 2.606g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.964g | 0.883g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.075mg |
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| Threonine | 0.254mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.311mg |
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| Leucine | 0.549mg |
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| Lysine | 0.486mg |
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| Methionine | 0.145mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg |
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| Valine | 0.343mg |
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| Histidine | 0.201mg |
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| Fructose | 1.93g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.43g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.016g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.396g |
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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
15%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.57g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco salad contains less Sodium (difference - 239mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taco salad is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.1g)
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.