Potato salad vs. Mashed potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between potato salad and mashed potato
- Mashed potato has less vitamin C, copper, selenium, vitamin B1, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat than potato salad.
- Potato salad covers your daily need for cholesterol, 23% more than mashed potato.
- Mashed potato has less cholesterol.
- The glycemic index of mashed potato is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Potato salad, home-prepared and Fast foods, potato, mashed.
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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 | +109.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +237.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +40.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +412.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +13.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42.2% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +413.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +17.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +34.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +21.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +28.6% |
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:
1.65 g
Fats:
2.82 g
Carbs:
14.65 g
Water:
79.62 g
Other:
1.26 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +62.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +190.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +54.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +31.2% |
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Water
~79.62g
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
0.577 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.72 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.342 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +244.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +178.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -59.6% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 68mg | 0mg | 23% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.737g | 1.342g | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.534mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 529mg | 306mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.118mg | 0.035mg | 9% |
| Fats | 8.2g | 2.82g | 8% |
| Selenium | 4.1µg | 0.8µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.077mg | 0.015mg | 5% |
| Starch | 12.1g | 5% | |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.65mg | 0.31mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.429g | 0.577g | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.48g | 0.72g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.015mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.07µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 143kcal | 89kcal | 3% |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 2% | |
| Protein | 2.68g | 1.65g | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.141mg | 0.12mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 32µg | 43µg | 1% |
| Folate | 7µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 59mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.31mg | 0.22mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 11.17g | 14.65g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.89mg | 1.08mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 254mg | 286mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.87g | 13.35g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 15mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | N/A | |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.3g | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.101mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.141mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.202mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.171mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.135mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.172mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.062mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.174g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.146g | 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
13%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
15%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.5g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato salad is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mashed potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 68mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mashed potato contains less Sodium (difference - 223mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mashed potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.852g)
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.