Taco salad vs. Caesar salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between taco salad and caesar salad
- The amount of selenium, vitamin B1, phosphorus, iron, calcium, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, and manganese in caesar salad is higher than in taco salad.
- Caesar salad covers your daily selenium needs 53% more than taco salad.
- Taco salad contains less saturated fat.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, taco salad and LITTLE CAESARS 14" Original Round Cheese Pizza, Regular Crust.
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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 | +23.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -15.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +140.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +103.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +11.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +18.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +220.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +92.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1327.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +52.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +654% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +65% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +161% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +25% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.68 g
Fats:
7.46 g
Carbs:
11.91 g
Water:
72.35 g
Other:
1.6 g
Protein:
13.39 g
Fats:
9.54 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
43.39 g
Other:
2.18 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +66.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +100.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +27.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +164.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +36.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.446 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.606 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.883 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.206 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.461 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -18.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +65.5% |
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Monounsaturated fat
~2.38g
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 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 | 2.2µg | 31.4µg | 53% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.377mg | 27% |
| Phosphorus | 72mg | 231mg | 23% |
| Iron | 1.15mg | 2.34mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 97mg | 233mg | 14% |
| Protein | 6.68g | 13.39g | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.24mg | 3.237mg | 12% |
| Folate | 42µg | 11% | |
| Starch | 25.29g | 10% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.297mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 78µg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 8% | |
| Carbs | 11.91g | 31.5g | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.167mg | 0.321mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 7% | |
| Calories | 141kcal | 265kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg | 0.447mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 5% | |
| Choline | 23.3mg | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.883g | 1.461g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.61mg | 4% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.446g | 4.206g | 3% |
| Sodium | 385mg | 454mg | 3% |
| Fats | 7.46g | 9.54g | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.32µg | 0.4µg | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.36mg | 1.61mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.8mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.13g | 1% | |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 210mg | 170mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.606g | 2.38g | 1% |
| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.126mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 11.91g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 28mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.02g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.075mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.254mg | 0.393mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.311mg | 0.547mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.549mg | 1.137mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.486mg | 0.523mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0.717mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.343mg | 0.7mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.201mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.155g | 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
18%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
65%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.02g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco salad contains less Sodium (difference - 69mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taco salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.76g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
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.