McDonald's hamburger vs. Chicken Quesadilla — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mcDonald's hamburgers and chicken Quesadilla?
- McDonald's hamburgers are richer in vitamin B12, iron, and selenium, while chicken Quesadilla is higher in phosphorus, calcium, and polyunsaturated fat.
- Chicken Quesadilla's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 29% higher.
- Chicken Quesadilla has 4 times less vitamin B12 than mcDonald's hamburgers. McDonald's hamburgers have 0.83µg of vitamin B12, while chicken Quesadilla has 0.19µg.
- Chicken Quesadilla is lower in sugar.
We used McDONALD'S, Hamburger and Fast foods, quesadilla, with chicken 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 IronIron | +62.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +26.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +21.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +26% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +19% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +111.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +192.5% |
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 | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +23.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +32.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +336.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +23.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.92 g
Fats:
10.09 g
Carbs:
30.28 g
Water:
44.53 g
Other:
2.18 g
Protein:
15.05 g
Fats:
15.25 g
Carbs:
24.04 g
Water:
42.62 g
Other:
3.04 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +26% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +51.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +39.4% |
~equal in
Water
~42.62g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.504 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.768 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.42 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.154 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.765 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.094 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -43.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +188.3% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~3.765g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
2.1 g
Fructose:
3.3 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.63 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
17.1 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.43 g
Fructose:
0.4 g
Lactose:
0.53 g
Maltose:
0.43 g
Galactose:
0.08 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +388.4% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +725% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +46.5% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
~equal in
Sucrose
~0g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 107mg | 313mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 0.19µg | 27% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.42g | 4.094g | 18% |
| Iron | 2.87mg | 1.77mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 127mg | 269mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 3.504g | 6.154g | 12% |
| Sodium | 494mg | 745mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 26.2µg | 20.8µg | 10% |
| Fats | 10.09g | 15.25g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 72µg | 8% | |
| Starch | 17.1g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 6% | |
| Choline | 29.8mg | 5% | |
| Zinc | 1.95mg | 1.42mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.239mg | 0.18mg | 5% |
| Protein | 12.92g | 15.05g | 4% |
| Fructose | 3.3g | 0.4g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.247mg | 0.2mg | 4% |
| Folate | 64µg | 52µg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 37mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.544mg | 4.2mg | 2% |
| Calories | 264kcal | 294kcal | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.322mg | 0.266mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 2% | |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.076mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.7g | 2% |
| Carbs | 30.28g | 24.04g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0.1mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 25mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 8IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 28.98g | 22.34g | N/A |
| Potassium | 192mg | 183mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 6.03g | 1.88g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.428g | 0.322g | N/A |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.768g | 3.765g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.134g | 0.454g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0.014g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.135g | 3.427g | 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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
62%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McDonald's hamburger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's hamburger contains less Sodium (difference - 251mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McDonald's hamburger is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.65g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's hamburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken Quesadilla is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.15g)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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