Patty vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between patty and taco shells?
- Patty is higher in vitamin B12, zinc, and selenium, yet taco shells are higher in fiber, manganese, folate, magnesium, vitamin B1, and phosphorus.
- Patty's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 85% more.
- The glycemic index of patty is lower.
We used USDA Commodity, beef, patties (100%), frozen, raw 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 PotassiumPotassium | +16.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +17.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +155.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -77.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +208.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +361.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1328.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +54.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +60.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3194.1% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +106% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +402.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1050% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.63 g
Fats:
15.69 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
64.72 g
Other:
4.96 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +128.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +911.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +159.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +38.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.333 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.861 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.643 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.935 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.495 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -10.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +754.6% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~6.935g
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.05µg | 0µg | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.643g | 5.495g | 32% |
| Fiber | 0g | 6.7g | 27% |
| Manganese | 0.017mg | 0.56mg | 24% |
| Starch | 54.94g | 23% | |
| Zinc | 4.12mg | 1.61mg | 23% |
| Carbs | 0g | 63.49g | 21% |
| Selenium | 14.8µg | 4.8µg | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 53mg | 0mg | 18% |
| Folate | 6µg | 69µg | 16% |
| Protein | 14.63g | 6.41g | 16% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 83mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.043mg | 0.216mg | 14% |
| Calories | 204kcal | 476kcal | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 145mg | 233mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.846mg | 1.867mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 74mg | 324mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 100mg | 9% |
| Fats | 15.69g | 21.79g | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 8.6µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.16mg | 0.08mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.309mg | 6% | |
| Choline | 29.9mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.69mg | 5% | |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.113mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.93mg | 1.64mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 6.333g | 7.105g | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.214mg | 0.203mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 269mg | 231mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 56.79g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.5g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.172g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.861g | 6.935g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.227mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.22mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.837mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.18mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.29mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.287mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 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
34%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 53mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Patty is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Patty contains less Sodium (difference - 250mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Patty is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.772g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Patty is lower in glycemic index (difference - 69)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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