Salsa vs. Mandarin orange — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between salsa and mandarin oranges?
- Salsa is richer in iron, copper, and vitamin B6, while mandarin oranges are higher in vitamin C.
- Salsa's daily need coverage for iron is 26% higher.
- Mandarin oranges have 215 times less sodium than salsa. Salsa has 430mg of sodium, while mandarin oranges have 2mg.
We used USDA Commodity, salsa and Tangerines, (mandarin oranges), 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +62.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1393.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +128.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +142.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +50% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +300% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +208.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +187.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +91% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +18.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +567.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +21.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +16% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20% |
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:
0.81 g
Fats:
0.31 g
Carbs:
13.34 g
Water:
85.17 g
Other:
0.37 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +85.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +332.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +55% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +90.6% |
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Water
~85.17g
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
0.039 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.065 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -25.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +64.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +275% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 2.24mg | 0.15mg | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 26.7mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 2mg | 19% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.042mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.149mg | 0.078mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 0.376mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.216mg | 4% | |
| Fructose | 2.4g | 3% | |
| Potassium | 270mg | 166mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 37mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.039mg | 2% | |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 1.8g | 2% |
| Carbs | 7g | 13.34g | 2% |
| Choline | 10.2mg | 2% | |
| Folate | 19µg | 16µg | 1% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 0.81g | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Calories | 36kcal | 53kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 34µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.058mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 30mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 0.31g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 5.6g | 11.54g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.58g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.029g | 0.039g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 0.06g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.107g | 0.065g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.002mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.017mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.028mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.032mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.002mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.011mg | 0% |
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
9%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
7%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salsa is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.58g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salsa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.01g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salsa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is cheaper?
Salsa is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Salsa is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mandarin orange contains less Sodium (difference - 428mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mandarin orange is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)