Summer sausage vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between summer sausage and chorizo?
- Summer sausage is higher in vitamin A; however, chorizo is richer in vitamin B1, vitamin B6, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, and zinc.
- Chorizo's daily need coverage for vitamin B1 is 32% more.
- Chorizo has less sodium.
We used Sausage, summer, pork,, and beef, sticks, with cheddar cheese and Chorizo, pork,, and beef 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 more CalciumCalcium | +912.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +42.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +38.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +93.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +51.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -16.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +25% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +181.3% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +153% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +87.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +76.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +47.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +307.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +15.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.43 g
Fats:
37.91 g
Carbs:
1.82 g
Water:
36.2 g
Other:
4.64 g
Protein:
24.1 g
Fats:
38.27 g
Carbs:
1.86 g
Water:
31.85 g
Other:
3.92 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24% |
~equal in
Fats
~38.27g
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Carbs
~1.86g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.47 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
13.68 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
14.38 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -27.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +34.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +14.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.249mg | 0.63mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.53mg | 31% |
| Vitamin A | 225µg | 0µg | 25% |
| Selenium | 7.5µg | 21.1µg | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 10.47g | 14.38g | 18% |
| Choline | 96.7mg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.9mg | 5.131mg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 13.68g | 18.4g | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.16mg | 0.3mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.73µg | 2µg | 11% |
| Zinc | 2.25mg | 3.41mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 1483mg | 1235mg | 11% |
| Protein | 19.43g | 24.1g | 9% |
| Iron | 2.26mg | 1.59mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 81mg | 8mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.76mg | 1.12mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 206mg | 398mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 1.5µg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 12IU | 61IU | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 150mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 3.46g | 3% |
| Folate | 7µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Calories | 426kcal | 455kcal | 1% |
| Fats | 37.91g | 38.27g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 1% | |
| Copper | 0.07mg | 0.08mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 0g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 13mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.82g | 1.86g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.62g | 1.86g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 88mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.12g | 0g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.032mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.15mg | 0.278mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.54mg | 1.473mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.62mg | 2.206mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.1mg | 1.708mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.16mg | 2.414mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.36mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.56mg | 1.149mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.69mg | 0.914mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.47mg | 0.721mg | 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
41%
65%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Summer sausage is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.91g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Summer sausage is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chorizo is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.12g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chorizo contains less Sodium (difference - 248mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo 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.