Salsa vs. Turkey meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between salsa and turkey meat
- Salsa is richer in iron, yet turkey meat is richer in selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, phosphorus, zinc, and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for turkey meat is 53% higher.
- Salsa contains 4 times more sodium than turkey meat. Salsa contains 430mg of sodium, while turkey meat contains 103mg.
Food types used in this article are USDA Commodity, salsa and Turkey, whole, meat and skin, cooked, roasted.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +13% |
| Contains more IronIron | +105.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +87.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +16.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1358.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +643.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -76% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +7350% |
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 | +133.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +111.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +836.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +786.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +313.4% |
| 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:
28.55 g
Fats:
7.39 g
Carbs:
0.06 g
Water:
63.52 g
Other:
0.48 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +11566.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +41.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +233.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1803.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3595% |
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
2.155 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.647 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.119 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +16443.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1880.4% |
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 Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Protein | 1.5g | 28.55g | 54% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 9.573mg | 53% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 29.8µg | 53% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.02µg | 43% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 109mg | 36% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.149mg | 0.616mg | 36% |
| Phosphorus | 30mg | 223mg | 28% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 2.48mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.948mg | 19% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.281mg | 19% |
| Choline | 87.4mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 430mg | 103mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2.24mg | 1.09mg | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.107g | 2.119g | 13% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 7.39g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.029g | 2.155g | 10% |
| Calories | 36kcal | 189kcal | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 2.647g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 0g | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 30mg | 3% |
| Folate | 19µg | 9µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 7g | 0.06g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 15IU | 2% | |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 12µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 270mg | 239mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.014mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.6g | 0.06g | N/A |
| Calcium | 12mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.093mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.045mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.101g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.291mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.004mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.796mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.925mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.282mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.724mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.903mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.902mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.749mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.841g | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey meat contains less Sodium (difference - 327mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Salsa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 109mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salsa is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salsa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.126g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salsa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Salsa is cheaper (difference - $2)
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.