Plantain chips vs. Taquitos — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Plantain chips and Taquitos
- Plantain chips have more Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin B6, and Potassium, however, Taquitos are higher in Selenium, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, Iron, and Vitamin B2.
- Plantain chips covers your daily need of Vitamin C 36% more than Taquitos.
- Plantain chips have 5 times more Potassium than Taquitos. While Plantain chips have 786mg of Potassium, Taquitos have only 155mg.
- Taquitos have less Saturated Fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Snacks, plantain chips, salted and Taquitos, frozen, chicken and cheese, oven-heated.
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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 | +195.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +407.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +98% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1055.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +154.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +91.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +69.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +40.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +4075% |
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 AVitamin A | +572.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +346% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +128.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +228.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +69.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +409.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +592.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +380% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +94.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.28 g
Fats:
29.59 g
Carbs:
63.84 g
Water:
2.09 g
Other:
2.2 g
Protein:
9.21 g
Fats:
12.54 g
Carbs:
33.63 g
Water:
42.74 g
Other:
1.88 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +136% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +89.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +303.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1945% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
8.337 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.632 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
11.739 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.31 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.235 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +16.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +177.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -72.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
50.8 g
Sucrose:
0.92 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
29.62 g
Sucrose:
0.3 g
Glucose:
0.09 g
Fructose:
0.12 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.78 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +71.5% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +206.7% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Saturated Fat |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 531kcal | 284kcal |
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| Protein | 2.28g | 9.21g |
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| Fats | 29.59g | 12.54g |
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| Vitamin C | 32.1mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 60.34g | 30.73g |
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| Carbs | 63.84g | 33.63g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 13mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 3IU |
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| Magnesium | 71mg | 24mg |
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| Calcium | 9mg | 104mg |
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| Potassium | 786mg | 155mg |
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| Iron | 0.97mg | 2.47mg |
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| Sugar | 0.92g | 1.3g |
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| Fiber | 3.5g | 2.9g |
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| Copper | 0.198mg | 0.1mg |
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| Zinc | 0.37mg | 0.71mg |
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| Starch | 50.8g | 29.62g |
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| Phosphorus | 78mg | 132mg |
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| Sodium | 202mg | 453mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1386IU | 206IU |
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| Vitamin A | 69µg | 30µg |
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| Vitamin E | 5.04mg | 1.13mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.276mg | 0.387mg |
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| Selenium | 0.4µg | 16.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.065mg | 0.331mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.277mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.802mg | 3.85mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.1mg | 0.481mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.46mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.18µg |
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| Vitamin K | 28.6µg | 16.9µg |
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| Folate | 35µg | 68µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.185g | 0.071g |
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| Choline | 0mg | 15.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.337g | 2.31g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.632g | 4.835g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 11.739g | 4.235g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.1mg |
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| Threonine | 0.269mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.358mg |
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| Leucine | 0.717mg |
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| Lysine | 0.468mg |
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| Methionine | 0.189mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.418mg |
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| Valine | 0.428mg |
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| Histidine | 0.249mg |
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| Fructose | 0.12g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.028g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.078g | 0.593g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 11.48g | 3.591g |
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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
46%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taquitos is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Taquitos is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.027g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Plantain chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Plantain chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.38g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Plantain chips contains less Sodium (difference - 251mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Plantain chips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
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.