Taco vs. Cauliflower — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between taco and cauliflower?
- Taco is higher in vitamin B12, phosphorus, selenium, zinc, and iron, yet cauliflower is higher in vitamin C and folate.
- Cauliflower's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 53% more.
- The amount of cholesterol in cauliflower is lower.
We used Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell and Cauliflower, raw types 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +113.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +304.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +183.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +97.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +548.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +304.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +60.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1433.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +43.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.4% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +225.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +11950% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +104.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +38.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.86 g
Fats:
12.7 g
Carbs:
19.85 g
Water:
57.02 g
Other:
1.57 g
Protein:
1.92 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
4.97 g
Water:
92.07 g
Other:
0.76 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +361.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4435.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +299.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +106.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +61.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.384 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.411 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.042 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.13 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.034 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.031 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +12873.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +9712.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
14.78 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0.2 g
Fructose:
0.3 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.94 g
Fructose:
0.97 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +370% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +223.3% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 48.2mg | 53% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.93µg | 0µg | 39% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.042g | 0.031g | 20% |
| Fats | 12.7g | 0.28g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 4.384g | 0.13g | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 44mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 9.2µg | 0.6µg | 16% |
| Sodium | 397mg | 30mg | 16% |
| Protein | 8.86g | 1.92g | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.667mg | 13% | |
| Zinc | 1.75mg | 0.27mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.411g | 0.034g | 11% |
| Folate | 19µg | 57µg | 10% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 25kcal | 10% |
| Iron | 1.19mg | 0.42mg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 2g | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.65mg | 0.507mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.184mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 89mg | 22mg | 7% |
| Starch | 14.78g | 6% | |
| Carbs | 19.85g | 4.97g | 5% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 15mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.039mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.249mg | 0.155mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 209mg | 299mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 0.08mg | 3% |
| Choline | 32mg | 44.3mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0.97g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.95g | 2.97g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.9g | 1.91g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.06mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 15.3µg | 15.5µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.467g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.076mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.106mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.217mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.065mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.125mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.708g | 0.013g | 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
22%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.01g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is cheaper?
Taco is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cauliflower is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cauliflower contains less Sodium (difference - 367mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cauliflower is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.254g)
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.