Scrambled egg vs. Potato salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between scrambled egg and potato salad
- Potato salad has less vitamin B12, vitamin B2, selenium, phosphorus, iron, vitamin A, and zinc.
- Scrambled egg's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 119% more.
- Potato salad is lower in cholesterol.
- Potato salad has a higher glycemic index than scrambled egg.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Fast foods, egg, scrambled and Potato salad, home-prepared.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +200% |
| Contains more IronIron | +298.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +435.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +365.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -64.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +448.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +72.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +76.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +134.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +450% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +766.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +76% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +34.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +314.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +203% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +323.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.84 g
Fats:
16.18 g
Carbs:
2.08 g
Water:
66.7 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
2.68 g
Fats:
8.2 g
Carbs:
11.17 g
Water:
76 g
Other:
1.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +416.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +97.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +437% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +62.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.153 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.889 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.969 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.429 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.48 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.737 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +137.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +89.8% |
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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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 426mg | 68mg | 119% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.01µg | 0µg | 42% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.52mg | 0.06mg | 35% |
| Selenium | 22.5µg | 4.1µg | 33% |
| Choline | 180.6mg | 33% | |
| Phosphorus | 242mg | 52mg | 27% |
| Iron | 2.59mg | 0.65mg | 24% |
| Protein | 13.84g | 2.68g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 6.153g | 1.429g | 21% |
| Vitamin A | 176µg | 32µg | 16% |
| Sodium | 187mg | 529mg | 15% |
| Fats | 16.18g | 8.2g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.969g | 3.737g | 12% |
| Zinc | 1.66mg | 0.31mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.889g | 2.48g | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 9µg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.94mg | 0.534mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 3.3mg | 10mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.118mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.96mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Folate | 29µg | 7µg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 46IU | 0IU | 6% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.3g | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19mg | 0.141mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 19mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 0.89mg | 4% |
| Calories | 212kcal | 143kcal | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.043mg | 0.101mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 147mg | 254mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 2.08g | 11.17g | 3% |
| Net carbs | 2.08g | 9.87g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 15mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.64g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.212mg | 0.042mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.657mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.836mg | 0.141mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.185mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.913mg | 0.171mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.427mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.75mg | 0.135mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.96mg | 0.172mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.325mg | 0.062mg | 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
48%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Scrambled egg contains less Sodium (difference - 342mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Scrambled egg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Scrambled egg is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 358mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.64g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.724g)
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.