Potato wedges vs. Taco — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between potato wedges and taco
- Potato wedges have more vitamin B6 and vitamin C; however, taco is richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, zinc, fiber, and calcium.
- Taco's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 39% more.
- Potato wedges contain 28 times more vitamin C than taco. Potato wedges contain 11.2mg of vitamin C, while taco contains 0.4mg.
- Potato wedges contain less saturated fat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are USDA Commodity, Potato wedges, frozen and Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +88.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +68.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +493.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +70% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +373% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +104.6% |
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 | +2700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +288.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.7 g
Fats:
2.2 g
Carbs:
25.5 g
Water:
68.3 g
Other:
1.3 g
Protein:
8.86 g
Fats:
12.7 g
Carbs:
19.85 g
Water:
57.02 g
Other:
1.57 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +28.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +228.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +477.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +20.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.55 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.451 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.102 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.384 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.411 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.042 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +204% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2882.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.93µg | 39% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.102g | 3.042g | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.35mg | 0.09mg | 20% |
| Selenium | 9.2µg | 17% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.55g | 4.384g | 17% |
| Fats | 2.2g | 12.7g | 16% |
| Sodium | 49mg | 397mg | 15% |
| Vitamin K | 15.3µg | 13% | |
| Phosphorus | 87mg | 178mg | 13% |
| Zinc | 0.37mg | 1.75mg | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 11.2mg | 0.4mg | 12% |
| Protein | 2.7g | 8.86g | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.249mg | 11% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 28mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 9% | |
| Fiber | 2g | 3.9g | 8% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 89mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.451g | 4.411g | 7% |
| Starch | 14.78g | 6% | |
| Choline | 32mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 1.19mg | 6% |
| Folate | 19µg | 5% | |
| Calories | 123kcal | 226kcal | 5% |
| Potassium | 394mg | 209mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.05mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 4% | |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 32mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 25.5g | 19.85g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.06mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 20µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.54mg | 1.65mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 23.5g | 15.95g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 0.9g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.467g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.708g | 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
14%
22%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
13%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taco is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato wedges is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato wedges is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.6g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato wedges contains less Sodium (difference - 348mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato wedges is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.834g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato wedges is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)