Taco seasoning vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between taco seasoning and cayenne pepper
- Taco seasoning contains less vitamin A, vitamin C, fiber, and iron than cayenne pepper.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin A for cayenne pepper is 645% higher.
- Cayenne pepper has 269 times less sodium than taco seasoning. Taco seasoning has 8068mg of sodium, while cayenne pepper has 30mg.
Food types used in this article are PACE, Dry Taco Seasoning Mix and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne.
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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 IronIron | +15.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.6% |
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 | +69.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
56.29 g
Water:
5.7 g
Other:
38.01 g
Protein:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
| Contains more OtherOther | +529.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +41.2% |
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Carbs
~56.63g
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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| Sodium | 8068mg | 30mg | 349% |
| Vitamin A | 2081µg | 231% | |
| Vitamin E | 29.83mg | 199% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 2.45mg | 188% | |
| Manganese | 2mg | 87% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.919mg | 71% | |
| Vitamin K | 80.3µg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2014mg | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.37g | 56% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.701mg | 54% | |
| Phosphorus | 293mg | 42% | |
| Copper | 0.373mg | 41% | |
| Magnesium | 152mg | 36% | |
| Vitamin C | 45mg | 76.4mg | 35% |
| Fiber | 18.8g | 27.2g | 34% |
| Folate | 106µg | 27% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.328mg | 27% | |
| Fats | 0g | 17.27g | 27% |
| Protein | 0g | 12.01g | 24% |
| Zinc | 2.48mg | 23% | |
| Selenium | 8.8µg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 148mg | 15% | |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 3.26g | 15% |
| Iron | 6.75mg | 7.8mg | 13% |
| Choline | 51.5mg | 9% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.75g | 7% | |
| Calories | 188kcal | 318kcal | 7% |
| Net carbs | 37.49g | 29.43g | N/A |
| Carbs | 56.29g | 56.63g | 0% |
| Sugar | 18.76g | 10.34g | 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
12%
221%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
125%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taco seasoning is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.26g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco seasoning is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Taco seasoning is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.42g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cayenne pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 8038mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)