Pie crust vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between pie crust and taco shells
- Pie crust has more selenium, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, and folate; however, taco shells are richer in phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, vitamin B6, and manganese.
- Pie crust's daily need coverage for selenium is 33% more.
- Pie crust contains 3 times more vitamin B2 than taco shells. Pie crust contains 0.213mg of vitamin B2, while taco shells contain 0.08mg.
- Taco shells contain less sodium.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Pie crust, standard-type, dry mix and Taco shells, baked.
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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 | +35.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +377.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +453.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +63.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +260.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +50.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +302.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +170.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +77.8% |
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 | +81.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +166.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +46.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +217.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.9 g
Fats:
31.4 g
Carbs:
52.1 g
Water:
7.6 g
Other:
2 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +44.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +21.9% |
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Protein
~6.41g
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Other
~1.91g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.974 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
17.887 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.968 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 | +157.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -10.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +38.5% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 22.9µg | 4.8µg | 33% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 17.887g | 6.935g | 27% |
| Fiber | 6.7g | 27% | |
| Starch | 54.94g | 23% | |
| Phosphorus | 86mg | 233mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 753mg | 324mg | 19% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 83mg | 16% |
| Fats | 31.4g | 21.79g | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.392mg | 0.216mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.064mg | 0.203mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.315mg | 0.56mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 0.4mg | 1.61mg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.968g | 5.495g | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.08mg | 10% |
| Folate | 104µg | 69µg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 8.6µg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.22mg | 1.64mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.69mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 64mg | 231mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.727mg | 1.867mg | 5% |
| Choline | 29.9mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.268mg | 5% | |
| Saturated fat | 7.974g | 7.105g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.075mg | 0.113mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 61mg | 100mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 52.1g | 63.49g | 4% |
| Calories | 518kcal | 476kcal | 2% |
| Protein | 6.9g | 6.41g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 52.1g | 56.79g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.5g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.172g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.08mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.184mg | 0.227mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.255mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.476mg | 0.837mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.133mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.121mg | 0.18mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.339mg | 0.29mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.289mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.146mg | 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 |
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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%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 429mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taco shells is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.869g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pie crust is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.5g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pie crust is lower in glycemic index (difference - 69)
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.