Salsa vs. Dulce de Leche — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between salsa and dulce de Leche
- Salsa has more iron, vitamin B6, and copper; however, dulce de Leche is higher in vitamin B2, calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin B12.
- Dulce de Leche covers your daily need for vitamin B2, 29% more than salsa.
- Salsa has 24 times more copper than dulce de Leche. While salsa has 0.096mg of copper, dulce de Leche has only 0.004mg.
- Dulce de Leche has less sodium.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison USDA Commodity, salsa and Dulce de Leche.
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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 | +1217.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2300% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +37.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1991.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +29.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +364.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +543.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -70% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +575% |
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 | +53.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +212.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +414.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +831.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +72.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +164.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
7 g
Water:
89.7 g
Other:
1.6 g
Protein:
6.84 g
Fats:
7.35 g
Carbs:
55.35 g
Water:
28.71 g
Other:
1.75 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +212.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +356% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3575% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +690.7% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.029 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.016 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.107 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.534 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.143 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.375 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +13293.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +250.5% |
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 B2 | 0.03mg | 0.405mg | 29% |
| Iron | 2.24mg | 0.17mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 251mg | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 30mg | 193mg | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 0.029g | 4.534g | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.835mg | 17% | |
| Carbs | 7g | 55.35g | 16% |
| Choline | 89.1mg | 16% | |
| Calories | 36kcal | 315kcal | 14% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 129mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.31µg | 13% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 6.84g | 11% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 7.35g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 29mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.004mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.149mg | 0.016mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 0g | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 0.79mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 2.143g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 74µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 0.21mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 2.7µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.016mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 2.6mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 270mg | 350mg | 2% |
| Folate | 19µg | 11µg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.107g | 0.375g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 22mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.6g | 55.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 49.74g | N/A | |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | N/A | |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.05g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.009g | 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 | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.131g | 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
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23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Salsa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salsa is lower in Sugar (difference - 49.74g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salsa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.505g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salsa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is cheaper?
Salsa is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dulce de Leche contains less Sodium (difference - 301mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in minerals
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.