Pastry vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between pastry and taco shells?
- Pastry is higher in selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, and iron, yet taco shells are higher in phosphorus, fiber, magnesium, and vitamin B6.
- Pastry's daily need coverage for selenium is 35% more.
- Pastry has 4 times more vitamin B2 than taco shells. While pastry has 0.283mg of vitamin B2, taco shells have only 0.08mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in taco shells is lower.
We used Puff pastry, frozen, ready-to-bake and Taco shells, baked types 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 | +56.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +404.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +418.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +900% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +278.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +203.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +288.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +14.8% |
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 | +84.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +253.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +123.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +87.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +13% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +27.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +866.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +367.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.3 g
Fats:
38.1 g
Carbs:
45.1 g
Water:
8.5 g
Other:
1 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +13.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +74.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +32.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +40.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +91% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.643 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
21.597 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.894 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.935 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.495 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +211.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -26.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Monounsaturated fat | 21.597g | 6.935g | 37% |
| Selenium | 24.2µg | 4.8µg | 35% |
| Fats | 38.1g | 21.79g | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 60mg | 233mg | 25% |
| Starch | 54.94g | 23% | |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6.7g | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.283mg | 0.08mg | 16% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 83mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.398mg | 0.216mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.021mg | 0.203mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.168mg | 1.867mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2.56mg | 1.64mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 9.643g | 7.105g | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.53mg | 1.61mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 100mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 45.1g | 63.49g | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 16.1µg | 8.6µg | 6% |
| Potassium | 61mg | 231mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.894g | 5.495g | 4% |
| Choline | 6.4mg | 29.9mg | 4% |
| Calories | 551kcal | 476kcal | 4% |
| Sodium | 249mg | 324mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.488mg | 0.56mg | 3% |
| Protein | 7.3g | 6.41g | 2% |
| Folate | 78µg | 69µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 0.69mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 43.6g | 56.79g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.74g | 1.5g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.114mg | 0.113mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.172g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.196mg | 0.227mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.272mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.508mg | 0.837mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.142mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.129mg | 0.18mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.362mg | 0.29mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.308mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.156mg | 0.167mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.1g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.27g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.097g | N/A |
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
28%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taco shells is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.538g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pastry is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.76g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pastry contains less Sodium (difference - 75mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pastry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.