Salsa vs. Mortadella — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are salsa and mortadella different?
- Salsa is richer in vitamin A and iron, while mortadella is higher in vitamin B2, vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B3.
- Mortadella covers your daily need for vitamin B2, 11767% more than salsa.
- Salsa is lower in sodium.
USDA Commodity, salsa and Mortadella, beef, pork types were 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +45.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +65.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +60% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +60% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -65.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1135.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +223.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +5550% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +14.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +533.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +138% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +509900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +147.5% |
| 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:
16.37 g
Fats:
25.39 g
Carbs:
3.05 g
Water:
52.3 g
Other:
2.89 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +129.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +71.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +991.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +12595% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +80.6% |
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
9.51 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.12 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +71025% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2815.9% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 153mg | 11767% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.48µg | 62% |
| Saturated fat | 0.029g | 9.51g | 43% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 22.6µg | 40% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 25.39g | 39% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 1246mg | 35% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 16.37g | 30% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 11.38g | 28% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.107g | 3.12g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 56mg | 19% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 2.1mg | 18% |
| Calories | 36kcal | 311kcal | 14% |
| Choline | 72.2mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.24mg | 1.4mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 30mg | 97mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 2.673mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.44mg | 9% | |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 0g | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.119mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 41IU | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 1µg | 5% | |
| Folate | 19µg | 3µg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.06mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Potassium | 270mg | 163mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.03mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 12mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 7g | 3.05g | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.149mg | 0.13mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.6g | 3.05g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.152mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.633mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.708mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.213mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.262mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.394mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.598mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.735mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.52mg | 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%
2746%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Salsa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salsa is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Salsa contains less Sodium (difference - 816mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salsa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.481g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salsa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mortadella is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.