Taco salad vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are taco salad and fish sandwiches different?
- Taco salad is richer in zinc, vitamin B5, and calcium, while fish sandwiches are higher in selenium, vitamin B12, vitamin B1, phosphorus, and vitamin B3.
- Fish sandwiches cover your daily need for selenium, 29% more than taco salad.
- Taco salad contains 3 times more zinc than fish sandwiches. Taco salad contains 1.36mg of zinc, while fish sandwiches contain 0.49mg.
- Fish sandwiches are lower in saturated fat.
Fast foods, taco salad and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce 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 | +162.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +50.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +177.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -36% |
| Contains more IronIron | +30.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +61.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +58.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +718.2% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +28.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +83.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +57.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +320% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +73.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +112.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +24% |
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:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +49.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +54% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +66.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +124.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33.1% |
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
1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.257 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -43.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +608.6% |
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Monounsaturated fat
~2.595g
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 Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.883g | 6.257g | 36% |
| Selenium | 2.2µg | 18µg | 29% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.32µg | 0.68µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.21mg | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 385mg | 602mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.36mg | 0.49mg | 8% |
| Fats | 7.46g | 12.45g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.446g | 1.949g | 7% |
| Protein | 6.68g | 10.29g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.24mg | 2.15mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 72mg | 116mg | 6% |
| Calories | 141kcal | 257kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg | 0.37mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 97mg | 37mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 11.91g | 26.69g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% | |
| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.075mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 35mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 4% | |
| Manganese | 0.167mg | 0.264mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.15mg | 1.5mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.14mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.07mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 1.47g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 9IU | 1% | |
| Folate | 42µg | 46µg | 1% |
| Choline | 23.3mg | 28.9mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.8mg | 1.8mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 11.91g | 25.69g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 25mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 210mg | 206mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.53g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.08g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.606g | 2.595g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.075mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.254mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.311mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.549mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.486mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.343mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.201mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.064g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.489g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.023g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.561g | 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
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27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco salad contains less Sodium (difference - 217mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.497g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich 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.