Potato salad vs. Barbecue chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between potato salad and barbecue chicken
- Potato salad has more vitamin C; however, barbecue chicken is higher in selenium, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B12, zinc, and vitamin B2.
- Barbecue chicken covers your daily selenium needs 33% more than potato salad.
- Barbecue chicken has less sodium.
- The glycemic index of potato salad is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Potato salad, home-prepared and Chicken, broiler, rotisserie, BBQ, thigh meat and skin.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +18.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +53.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1920% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +40% |
| Contains more IronIron | +46.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +474.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +319.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -36.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +436.6% |
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 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +251.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +278.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +544% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +35.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +14.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.68 g
Fats:
8.2 g
Carbs:
11.17 g
Water:
76 g
Other:
1.95 g
Protein:
22.51 g
Fats:
15.08 g
Carbs:
0.12 g
Water:
61.41 g
Other:
0.88 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +9208.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +23.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +121.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +739.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +83.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.429 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.48 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.737 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.927 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.446 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.038 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -63.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +83.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +159.9% |
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 | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Protein | 2.68g | 22.51g | 40% |
| Selenium | 4.1µg | 22µg | 33% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.89mg | 5.732mg | 30% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 218mg | 24% |
| Cholesterol | 68mg | 127mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.47µg | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.227mg | 13% |
| Zinc | 0.31mg | 1.78mg | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.429g | 3.927g | 11% |
| Choline | 62.9mg | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.737g | 2.038g | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Fats | 8.2g | 15.08g | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.48g | 6.446g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.534mg | 0.152mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 529mg | 335mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 0g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.118mg | 0.077mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.141mg | 0.191mg | 4% |
| Calories | 143kcal | 226kcal | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.101mg | 0.005mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.65mg | 0.95mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 11.17g | 0.12g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.077mg | 0.055mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 32µg | 20µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.87g | 0.12g | N/A |
| Calcium | 19mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 254mg | 255mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.12g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.078g | N/A | |
| Folate | 7µg | 8µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0.173mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.116mg | 0.657mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.141mg | 0.853mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.202mg | 1.549mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.171mg | 1.75mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.066mg | 0.565mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.135mg | 0.69mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.172mg | 0.935mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.062mg | 0.592mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.04g | 0% | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | 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
13%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 59mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.12g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.498g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Barbecue chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 194mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Barbecue chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Barbecue chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
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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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.