Taco salad vs. Mussels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are taco salad and mussels different?
- Mussels is higher than taco salad in vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin C, and zinc.
- Mussels covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 987% more than taco salad.
- Taco salad contains 4 times more saturated fat than mussels. Taco salad contains 3.446g of saturated fat, while mussels contains 0.85g.
Fast foods, taco salad and Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat types were 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 CalciumCalcium | +193.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +42.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +27.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +484.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +31.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +96.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +295.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3971.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3972.7% |
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 CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +655.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +141.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +39.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +7400% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +81% |
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:
23.8 g
Fats:
4.48 g
Carbs:
7.39 g
Water:
61.15 g
Other:
3.18 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +66.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +61.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +256.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +98.8% |
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
0.85 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.014 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.212 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +157% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -75.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +37.3% |
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 B12 | 0.32µg | 24µg | 987% |
| Manganese | 0.167mg | 6.8mg | 288% |
| Selenium | 2.2µg | 89.6µg | 159% |
| Iron | 1.15mg | 6.72mg | 70% |
| Protein | 6.68g | 23.8g | 34% |
| Phosphorus | 72mg | 285mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.3mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.42mg | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 1.8mg | 13.6mg | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 3.446g | 0.85g | 12% |
| Zinc | 1.36mg | 2.67mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.24mg | 3mg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 56mg | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 10% | |
| Folate | 42µg | 76µg | 9% |
| Calcium | 97mg | 33mg | 6% |
| Fats | 7.46g | 4.48g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg | 0.95mg | 5% |
| Choline | 23.3mg | 4% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.606g | 1.014g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.149mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 37mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.883g | 1.212g | 2% |
| Calories | 141kcal | 172kcal | 2% |
| Potassium | 210mg | 268mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 11.91g | 7.39g | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.1mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 385mg | 369mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 11.91g | 7.39g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.075mg | 0.267mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.254mg | 1.025mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.311mg | 1.036mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.549mg | 1.676mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.486mg | 1.779mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0.537mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0.853mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.343mg | 1.04mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.201mg | 0.457mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.276g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 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%
265%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
198%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 34mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Taco salad is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mussels contains less Sodium (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.596g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mussels is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)