Taco vs. Refried beans — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between taco and refried beans
- Taco has more vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin K, zinc, vitamin B3, selenium, and calcium; however, refried beans are higher in vitamin C.
- Taco covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 39% more than refried beans.
Food varieties used in this article are Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell and Refried beans, canned, traditional style (includes USDA commodity).
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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 | +206.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +201.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +93.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +58.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +52.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +21% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +67.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +16.1% |
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 | +566.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +349.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +628.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +72.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +50.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +52% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +31.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +14.4% |
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:
4.98 g
Fats:
2.01 g
Carbs:
13.55 g
Water:
77.75 g
Other:
1.71 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +77.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +531.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +46.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +36.4% |
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Other
~1.71g
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
0.631 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.601 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.543 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +633.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +460.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -85.6% |
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:
7.43 g
Sucrose:
0.54 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +98.9% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +35% |
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Lactose
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Maltose
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Galactose
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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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.93µg | 0µg | 39% |
| Histidine | 153mg | 22% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.384g | 0.631g | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.042g | 0.543g | 17% |
| Fats | 12.7g | 2.01g | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 92mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 1.75mg | 0.58mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 15.3µg | 2.1µg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.411g | 0.601g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Protein | 8.86g | 4.98g | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.65mg | 0.367mg | 8% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 90kcal | 7% |
| Calcium | 89mg | 29mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.129mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 6mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 9.2µg | 5.8µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.189mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 209mg | 319mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 0.09mg | 3% |
| Starch | 14.78g | 7.43g | 3% |
| Iron | 1.19mg | 1.44mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 19.85g | 13.55g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.249mg | 0.289mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.076mg | 2% |
| Choline | 32mg | 21.2mg | 2% |
| Folate | 19µg | 11µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 35mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 397mg | 370mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.103mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 3.7g | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.079mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.95g | 9.85g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.9g | 0.54g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.467g | 0.016g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.065mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.231mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.242mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.438mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.377mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.083mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.297mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.287mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | 0.169g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | 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 | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.708g | 0.36g | N/A |
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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%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Refried beans is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Refried beans is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Refried beans contains less Sodium (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Refried beans is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.753g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Refried beans is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
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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