Potato salad vs. Potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Potato salad and Potato?
- Potato salad is richer in Selenium, and Monounsaturated Fat, yet Potato is richer in Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, and Potassium.
- Potato salad's daily need coverage for Sodium is 23% higher.
We used Potato salad, home-prepared and Potatoes, flesh and skin, raw types in this comparison.
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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 | +58.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +925% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +53.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +67.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +98% |
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 AVitamin A | +7750% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +87.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +81% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +97% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +19.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +111.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +114.3% |
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:
2.05 g
Fats:
0.09 g
Carbs:
17.49 g
Water:
79.25 g
Other:
1.12 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +30.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +9011.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +74.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +56.6% |
~equal in
Water
~79.25g
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
0.025 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.042 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +123900% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +8797.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -98.3% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 143kcal | 77kcal |
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| Protein | 2.68g | 2.05g |
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| Fats | 8.2g | 0.09g |
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| Vitamin C | 10mg | 19.7mg |
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| Net carbs | 9.87g | 15.39g |
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| Carbs | 11.17g | 17.49g |
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| Cholesterol | 68mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 15mg | 23mg |
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| Calcium | 19mg | 12mg |
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| Potassium | 254mg | 425mg |
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| Iron | 0.65mg | 0.81mg |
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| Sugar | 0.82g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 2.1g |
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| Copper | 0.118mg | 0.11mg |
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| Zinc | 0.31mg | 0.3mg |
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| Starch | 15.29g |
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| Phosphorus | 52mg | 57mg |
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| Sodium | 529mg | 6mg |
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| Vitamin A | 157IU | 2IU |
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| Vitamin A | 32µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.01mg |
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| Manganese | 0.101mg | 0.2mg |
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| Selenium | 4.1µg | 0.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.077mg | 0.081mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.032mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.89mg | 1.061mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.534mg | 0.295mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.141mg | 0.298mg |
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| Vitamin K | 2µg |
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| Folate | 7µg | 15µg |
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| Choline | 12.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.429g | 0.025g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.48g | 0.002g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.737g | 0.042g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0.021mg |
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| Threonine | 0.116mg | 0.067mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.141mg | 0.066mg |
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| Leucine | 0.202mg | 0.098mg |
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| Lysine | 0.171mg | 0.107mg |
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| Methionine | 0.066mg | 0.032mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.135mg | 0.081mg |
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| Valine | 0.172mg | 0.103mg |
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| Histidine | 0.062mg | 0.035mg |
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| Fructose | 0.26g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
12%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.82g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato salad is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 68mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 523mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Potato is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.404g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato is relatively richer in vitamins
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.