McGriddles vs. Taco salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between mcGriddles and taco salad
- McGriddles have more phosphorus, vitamin B1, and vitamin B3, while taco salad has more vitamin B5 and zinc.
- McGriddles' daily need coverage for phosphorus is 35% higher.
- Taco salad contains 4 times less vitamin B1 than mcGriddles. McGriddles contain 0.209mg of vitamin B1, while taco salad contains 0.05mg.
- The amount of sodium in taco salad is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES and Fast foods, taco salad.
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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 | +23.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +338.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +18.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +85.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +54% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +44.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +43% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +78.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.8% |
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 | +318% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +148.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +15.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +77.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +18.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +13.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.41 g
Fats:
17.76 g
Carbs:
31.25 g
Water:
40.11 g
Other:
2.47 g
Protein:
6.68 g
Fats:
7.46 g
Carbs:
11.91 g
Water:
72.35 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +25.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +138.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +162.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +54.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +80.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.435 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.532 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.591 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.446 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.606 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.883 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +189% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +193.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -36.6% |
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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 316mg | 72mg | 35% |
| Fats | 17.76g | 7.46g | 16% |
| Sodium | 737mg | 385mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.05mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.532g | 2.606g | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.082mg | 1.24mg | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.591g | 0.883g | 11% |
| Calories | 312kcal | 141kcal | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 5.435g | 3.446g | 9% |
| Carbs | 31.25g | 11.91g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.384mg | 0.68mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.76mg | 1.36mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 2.2µg | 4% | |
| Choline | 23.3mg | 4% | |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% | |
| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.113mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.42mg | 1.15mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 26mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 97mg | 3% |
| Protein | 8.41g | 6.68g | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.27µg | 0.32µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.156mg | 0.18mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.8mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 145mg | 210mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.198mg | 0.167mg | 1% |
| Folate | 37µg | 42µg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 24mg | 22mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 30.25g | 11.91g | N/A |
| Sugar | 11.23g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.108mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.956g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.075mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.254mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.311mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.549mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.486mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.343mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.201mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.14g | 0% |
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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
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18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 11.23g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco salad contains less Sodium (difference - 352mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taco salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.989g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taco salad is relatively richer in vitamins
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 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.