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Scallion vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between scallion and fish sandwiches?

  • Scallion is richer in vitamin K, vitamin C, and vitamin A, yet fish sandwiches are richer in selenium, vitamin B12, vitamin B1, phosphorus, and vitamin B3.
  • Scallion's daily need coverage for vitamin K is 161% higher.
  • Scallion has 11 times more vitamin A than fish sandwiches. Scallion has 997IU of vitamin A, while fish sandwiches have 87IU.
  • Scallion contains less sodium.
  • Scallion has a lower glycemic index than fish sandwiches.

We used Onions, spring or scallions (includes tops and bulb), raw and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 14% 22% 24% 56% 28% 11% 16% 2.1% 21% 3.3%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 18% 11% 18% 56% 25% 13% 50% 79% 34% 98%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +94.6%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +34%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97.3%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +25%
Contains more ZincZinc +25.6%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +213.5%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +65%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +2900%
~equal in Iron ~1.5mg
~equal in Copper ~0.075mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 63% 17% 11% 0% 14% 18% 9.8% 4.5% 14% 0% 518% 48% 3.1%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 6% 2% 11% 3% 53% 32% 40% 22% 16% 85% 34% 35% 16%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +944.4%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +733.3%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +1422.1%
Contains more FolateFolate +39.1%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +281.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +75%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +309.5%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +393.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +14.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +407%
~equal in Vitamin E ~0.55mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 7% 90%
Protein: 1.83 g
Fats: 0.19 g
Carbs: 7.34 g
Water: 89.83 g
Other: 0.81 g
10% 12% 27% 48% 2%
Protein: 10.29 g
Fats: 12.45 g
Carbs: 26.69 g
Water: 48.44 g
Other: 2.13 g
Contains more WaterWater +85.4%
Contains more ProteinProtein +462.3%
Contains more FatsFats +6452.6%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +263.6%
Contains more OtherOther +163%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
24% 20% 56%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.032 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.027 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.074 g
18% 24% 58%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 6.257 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -98.4%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +9511.1%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +8355.4%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Scallion Fish sandwich
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Scallion Fish sandwich DV% diff.
Vitamin K 207µg 13.6µg 161%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.074g 6.257g 41%
Selenium 0.6µg 18µg 32%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.68µg 28%
Sodium 16mg 602mg 25%
Fats 0.19g 12.45g 19%
Vitamin C 18.8mg 1.8mg 19%
Protein 1.83g 10.29g 17%
Vitamin B1 0.055mg 0.21mg 13%
Cholesterol 0mg 35mg 12%
Calories 32kcal 257kcal 11%
Phosphorus 37mg 116mg 11%
Vitamin B3 0.525mg 2.15mg 10%
Saturated fat 0.032g 1.949g 9%
Vitamin B5 0.075mg 0.37mg 6%
Monounsaturated fat 0.027g 2.595g 6%
Carbs 7.34g 26.69g 6%
Fiber 2.6g 1g 6%
Folate 64µg 46µg 5%
Vitamin A 50µg 6µg 5%
Manganese 0.16mg 0.264mg 5%
Vitamin B2 0.08mg 0.14mg 5%
Choline 5.7mg 28.9mg 4%
Calcium 72mg 37mg 4%
Potassium 276mg 206mg 2%
Fructose 1.47g 2%
Vitamin B6 0.061mg 0.07mg 1%
Vitamin D 0µg 0.2µg 1%
Zinc 0.39mg 0.49mg 1%
Copper 0.083mg 0.075mg 1%
Magnesium 20mg 25mg 1%
Vitamin D 0IU 9IU 1%
Net carbs 4.74g 25.69g N/A
Iron 1.48mg 1.5mg 0%
Sugar 2.33g 3.53g N/A
Vitamin E 0.55mg 0.55mg 0%
Trans fat 0g 0.08g N/A
Tryptophan 0.02mg 0%
Threonine 0.072mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.077mg 0%
Leucine 0.109mg 0%
Lysine 0.091mg 0%
Methionine 0.02mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.059mg 0%
Valine 0.081mg 0%
Histidine 0.032mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.029g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.064g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.489g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.003g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.023g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 5.561g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Scallion Fish sandwich
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
55%
Scallion
27%
Fish sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
Scallion
40%
Fish sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Scallion
Scallion is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Scallion
Scallion is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Scallion
Scallion contains less Sodium (difference - 586mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Scallion
Scallion is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.917g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Scallion
Scallion is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is cheaper?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Scallion - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170005/nutrients
  2. Fish sandwich - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170296/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.