Rib eye steak vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are rib eye steak and chicken sandwich different?
- Rib eye steak is higher in vitamin B12, zinc, and selenium; however, chicken sandwich is richer in vitamin B3, vitamin E, vitamin B5, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for rib eye steak is 82% higher.
- Rib eye steak contains 10 times more zinc than chicken sandwich. While rib eye steak contains 5.91mg of zinc, chicken sandwich contains only 0.61mg.
- Chicken sandwich has less saturated fat.
- Rib eye steak has a lower glycemic index (0) than chicken sandwich (74).
Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip-on, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +26.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +19.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +868.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +49.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +427.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +21.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +173.8% |
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 | +166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +24.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1515.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +38.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2310% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +223.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +57.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +123.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +431.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +683.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.69 g
Fats:
21.81 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
54.49 g
Other:
0.01 g
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +45.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +94.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +11.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +26900% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.684 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.519 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.027 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +134.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -78.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +209.3% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.1µg | 0.13µg | 82% |
| Zinc | 5.91mg | 0.61mg | 48% |
| Saturated fat | 9.684g | 2.123g | 34% |
| Sodium | 54mg | 753mg | 30% |
| Selenium | 29.7µg | 19.9µg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.908mg | 7.72mg | 18% |
| Fats | 21.81g | 11.19g | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.519g | 4.481g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 35mg | 15% |
| Protein | 23.69g | 16.28g | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 2.41mg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.027g | 3.177g | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 1.2mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.071mg | 0.23mg | 13% |
| Folate | 6µg | 47µg | 10% |
| Starch | 16.5g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.477mg | 0.383mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 0g | 20.89g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.4g | 6% |
| Iron | 2.24mg | 1.77mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.08mg | 0.219mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 8.5µg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 152mg | 185mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 58mg | 5% |
| Choline | 48.8mg | 35.3mg | 2% |
| Calories | 291kcal | 250kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.287mg | 0.3mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.97g | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 8µg | 3µg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.067mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 19.49g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 5IU | 0% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 24mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 260mg | 245mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 1.478g | 0.03g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.116mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.103mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.041mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.269mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.641mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.95mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.184mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.888mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.038g | 0.197g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.014g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.7g | 2.884g | 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
48%
44%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Rib eye steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Rib eye steak contains less Sodium (difference - 699mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Rib eye steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 45mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.561g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken sandwich is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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