Shortbread vs. Caesar salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are shortbread and caesar salad different?
- Shortbread is higher in vitamin E and iron; however, caesar salad is richer in selenium, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, zinc, and vitamin A.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for caesar salad is 46% higher.
- Shortbread contains 4 times more vitamin E than caesar salad. While shortbread contains 2.44mg of vitamin E, caesar salad contains only 0.61mg.
- Caesar salad has less saturated fat.
- Caesar salad has a lower glycemic index (50) than shortbread (64).
Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain and LITTLE CAESARS 14" Original Round Cheese Pizza, Regular Crust are the varieties 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 IronIron | +27.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -22.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +22.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1692.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +93.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +40% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +228.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +250% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +406.5% |
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 EVitamin E | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +86.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +39.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
Protein:
13.39 g
Fats:
9.54 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
43.39 g
Other:
2.18 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +174.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +102.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +149.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1105.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +111.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.708 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.326 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.206 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.461 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +181.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +469.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -48.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
40.47 g
Sucrose:
20.99 g
Glucose:
0.36 g
Fructose:
0.3 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
25.29 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.98 g
Fructose:
1.13 g
Lactose:
0.07 g
Maltose:
1.67 g
Galactose:
0.16 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +60% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +172.2% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +276.7% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 6.2µg | 31.4µg | 46% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.326g | 1.461g | 46% |
| Fats | 26.22g | 9.54g | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 66mg | 231mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 233mg | 22% |
| Folate | 81µg | 20% | |
| Saturated fat | 8.105g | 4.206g | 18% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.4µg | 17% |
| Protein | 5.37g | 13.39g | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 0.61mg | 12% |
| Calories | 514kcal | 265kcal | 12% |
| Carbs | 63.78g | 31.5g | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.708g | 2.38g | 11% |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 1.61mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 78µg | 9% |
| Iron | 2.98mg | 2.34mg | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 24mg | 8% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 25.29g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 353mg | 454mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.126mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 11µg | 5.9µg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.393mg | 0.321mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 28mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg | 0.447mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.7g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.377mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 170mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 1.13g | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.314mg | 0.297mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 62.48g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.65g | 4.02g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.275mg | 3.237mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | N/A | |
| Choline | 0.9mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.393mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.547mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.137mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.523mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.3mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.717mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.7mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.36mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.885g | 0.155g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 7.253g | 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
30%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
65%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 24mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortbread contains less Sodium (difference - 101mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Caesar salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.63g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caesar salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.899g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caesar salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caesar salad is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.