Taco salad vs. Hot dog — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Taco salad and Hot dog
- Taco salad has more Folate, Vitamin B5, and Manganese, while Hot dog has more Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Selenium, and Vitamin B3.
- Hot dog covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 52% more than Taco salad.
- Taco salad contains 7 times more Folate than Hot dog. While Taco salad contains 42µg of Folate, Hot dog contains only 6µg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Taco salad is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fast foods, taco salad and Frankfurter, meat.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +73.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +38.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +16.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +13.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -64.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +271.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +186.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +468.2% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +48.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +119.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +600% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +114.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +50.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +390.6% |
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:
10.26 g
Fats:
25.76 g
Carbs:
4.17 g
Water:
56.31 g
Other:
3.5 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +185.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +28.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +53.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +245.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +118.8% |
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
7.666 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
11.386 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.404 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -55% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +336.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +398.8% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 141kcal | 290kcal |
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| Protein | 6.68g | 10.26g |
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| Fats | 7.46g | 25.76g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.8mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 11.91g | 4.17g |
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| Carbs | 11.91g | 4.17g |
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| Cholesterol | 22mg | 77mg |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 15mg |
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| Calcium | 97mg | 99mg |
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| Potassium | 210mg | 152mg |
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| Iron | 1.15mg | 1.09mg |
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| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.097mg |
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| Zinc | 1.36mg | 1.2mg |
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| Phosphorus | 72mg | 206mg |
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| Sodium | 385mg | 1090mg |
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| Vitamin A | 297IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.19mg |
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| Manganese | 0.167mg | 0.045mg |
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| Selenium | 2.2µg | 12.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.055mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.121mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.24mg | 2.665mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg | 0.31mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.166mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.32µg | 1.57µg |
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| Folate | 42µg | 6µg |
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| Choline | 23.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.446g | 7.666g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.606g | 11.386g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.883g | 4.404g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.075mg | 0.111mg |
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| Threonine | 0.254mg | 0.474mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.311mg | 0.53mg |
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| Leucine | 0.549mg | 0.907mg |
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| Lysine | 0.486mg | 0.963mg |
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| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0.291mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0.445mg |
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| Valine | 0.343mg | 0.555mg |
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| Histidine | 0.201mg | 0.331mg |
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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
19%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 55mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco salad contains less Sodium (difference - 705mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Taco salad is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.22g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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