Roast beef sandwich vs. Taco salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between roast beef sandwich and taco salad
- Taco salad contains less selenium, vitamin B12, vitamin B3, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, zinc, vitamin B2, and vitamin B6 than roast beef sandwich.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for roast beef sandwich is 29% higher.
- Taco salad has 4 times less vitamin B1 than roast beef sandwich. Roast beef sandwich has 0.217mg of vitamin B1, while taco salad has 0.05mg.
- Taco salad is lower in sodium.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, roast beef sandwich, plain and Fast foods, taco salad.
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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 | +129.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +66.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +177.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +40.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +727.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +13% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +76.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -41% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +334% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +59.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +250.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +95.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +21.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +39.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.17 g
Fats:
10.3 g
Carbs:
22.21 g
Water:
49.91 g
Other:
2.41 g
Protein:
6.68 g
Fats:
7.46 g
Carbs:
11.91 g
Water:
72.35 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +127.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +38.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +86.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +45% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.399 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.987 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.762 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.446 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.606 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.883 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +53% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +99.5% |
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Saturated fat
~3.446g
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 18.2µg | 2.2µg | 29% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.96µg | 0.32µg | 27% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.343mg | 1.24mg | 19% |
| Iron | 2.64mg | 1.15mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 200mg | 72mg | 18% |
| Protein | 15.17g | 6.68g | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.217mg | 0.05mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 653mg | 385mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 2.27mg | 1.36mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.11mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.287mg | 0.18mg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.65g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.762g | 0.883g | 6% |
| Calories | 244kcal | 141kcal | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 5% | |
| Fats | 10.3g | 7.46g | 4% |
| Calcium | 55mg | 97mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.987g | 2.606g | 3% |
| Carbs | 22.21g | 11.91g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.43mg | 3% | |
| Manganese | 0.234mg | 0.167mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 22mg | 3% |
| Folate | 51µg | 42µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.8mg | 2% |
| Choline | 32.4mg | 23.3mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.5g | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 26mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 20.91g | 11.91g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 1IU | 0% | |
| Potassium | 224mg | 210mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.84g | N/A | |
| Copper | 0.109mg | 0.113mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.389g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 3.399g | 3.446g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.075mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.254mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.311mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.549mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.486mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.343mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.201mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.152g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.465g | 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
34%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.84g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco salad contains less Sodium (difference - 268mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Roast beef sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.047g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Roast beef sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Roast beef sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)