Salsa vs. Squid — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between salsa and squid?
- The amount of vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B2, iron, copper, phosphorus, zinc, and calcium in squid is higher than in salsa.
- Squid's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 225% more.
We used USDA Commodity, salsa and Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, cooked, moist heat types 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 less SodiumSodium | -42.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +275% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1400% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +135.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +383.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +939.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1935.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1833.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +22300% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +194.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +112.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +625% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +5663.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +102.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +81.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +26.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +326.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +46.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2065.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +600% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +110% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +912.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +150.5% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 5.4µg | 225% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 89.6µg | 162% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 1.729mg | 131% |
| Iron | 2.24mg | 10.84mg | 108% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.998mg | 100% |
| Phosphorus | 30mg | 580mg | 79% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 224mg | 75% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 32.48g | 62% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 3.46mg | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 203µg | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.9mg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 12mg | 180mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 744mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 270mg | 637mg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 60mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.149mg | 0.27mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.209mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 2.189mg | 7% |
| Calories | 36kcal | 158kcal | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 0g | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 8.5mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.017mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 7g | 1.64g | 2% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 1.4g | 2% |
| Folate | 19µg | 24µg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.029g | 0.236g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.107g | 0.268g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.6g | 1.64g | N/A |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 0.162g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.364mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.398mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.414mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.287mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.427mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.733mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.164mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.419mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.624mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.078g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.132g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.012g | 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
9%
104%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
185%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Squid is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Squid is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Salsa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 224mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Salsa contains less Sodium (difference - 314mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salsa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.207g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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 ($)