Nachos vs. Caesar salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between nachos and caesar salad
- Nachos are higher in vitamin E and vitamin K, yet caesar salad is higher in selenium, vitamin B1, iron, calcium, vitamin B3, vitamin B12, and vitamin B2.
- Caesar salad covers your daily selenium needs 41% more than nachos.
- Nachos contain 7 times more vitamin E than caesar salad. While nachos contain 4.08mg of vitamin E, caesar salad contains only 0.61mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in nachos is lower.
- The glycemic index of caesar salad is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Fast foods, nachos, with cheese and LITTLE CAESARS 14" Original Round Cheese Pizza, Regular Crust.
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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 | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +112.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -31.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +269.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +212% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +96.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +87.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +71.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +265.1% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +568.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +227.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1460% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +206.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +123.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +413.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +17.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +471.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.32 g
Fats:
21.5 g
Carbs:
34.91 g
Water:
37.4 g
Other:
1.87 g
Protein:
13.39 g
Fats:
9.54 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
43.39 g
Other:
2.18 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +125.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +210% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.6% |
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Carbs
~31.5g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.173 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
14.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.04 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.206 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.461 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -48.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +489.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +245% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
28.33 g
Sucrose:
0.53 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
1.63 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
25.29 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.98 g
Fructose:
1.13 g
Lactose:
0.07 g
Maltose:
1.67 g
Galactose:
0.16 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +12% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +2228.6% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 8.6µg | 31.4µg | 41% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 14.02g | 2.38g | 29% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.04g | 1.461g | 24% |
| Vitamin E | 4.08mg | 0.61mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.123mg | 0.377mg | 21% |
| Iron | 0.75mg | 2.34mg | 20% |
| Protein | 4.32g | 13.39g | 18% |
| Fats | 21.5g | 9.54g | 18% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 233mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.63mg | 3.237mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0.4µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.133mg | 0.297mg | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 19.3µg | 5.9µg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.173g | 4.206g | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 78µg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.064mg | 0.126mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 1.61mg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 24mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 362mg | 170mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 313mg | 454mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.187mg | 0.321mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3.2g | 1.7g | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 198mg | 231mg | 5% |
| Choline | 26.4mg | 5% | |
| Calories | 343kcal | 265kcal | 4% |
| Folate | 10µg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 42mg | 28mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.447mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0g | 1.13g | 1% |
| Carbs | 34.91g | 31.5g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Starch | 28.33g | 25.29g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 31.71g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.17g | 4.02g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.058g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.156mg | 0.393mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.187mg | 0.547mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.521mg | 1.137mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.156mg | 0.523mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.094mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.229mg | 0.717mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.25mg | 0.7mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.135mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.617g | 0.155g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g | 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
24%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
65%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Nachos is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Nachos is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.85g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nachos contains less Sodium (difference - 141mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Nachos is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.033g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caesar salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caesar salad is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.