Taco vs. Tikka Masala — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
What are the main differences between taco and tikka Masala?
- Taco is richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, zinc, and monounsaturated fat, yet tikka Masala is richer in vitamin B1, fiber, and vitamin B3.
- Taco's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 30% higher.
- Taco has 4 times more zinc than tikka Masala. Taco has 1.75mg of zinc, while tikka Masala has 0.5mg.
- Tikka Masala contains less cholesterol.
We used Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell and KASHI Pizza, Tikka Masala, single serve, frozen, unprepared types in this comparison.
Infographic
Infographic link
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +250% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +131.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +17.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -37.8% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +125% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +365% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +51.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +31.6% |
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:
10.2 g
Fats:
5.9 g
Carbs:
29.5 g
Water:
49 g
Other:
5.4 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +115.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +48.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +243.9% |
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
2.1 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +194.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +204.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -52.1% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated fat |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Rich in vitamins |
|
||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
DV% diff. |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.93µg | 0.2µg | 30% |
| Selenium | 9.2µg | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.042g | 1g | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 77mg | 14% |
| Vitamin K | 15.3µg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.2mg | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.249mg | 11% | |
| Zinc | 1.75mg | 0.5mg | 11% |
| Fats | 12.7g | 5.9g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 4.384g | 2.1g | 10% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 9% | |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 6g | 8% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 397mg | 247mg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 8mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.411g | 1.5g | 7% |
| Choline | 32mg | 6% | |
| Starch | 14.78g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.65mg | 2.5mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.04mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.19mg | 1.4mg | 3% |
| Protein | 8.86g | 10.2g | 3% |
| Carbs | 19.85g | 29.5g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.1mg | 3% |
| Folate | 19µg | 25µg | 2% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 191kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 209mg | 236mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 89mg | 97mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 15.95g | 23.5g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.9g | 4g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.467g | 0g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.708g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
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%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
18%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tikka Masala is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 20mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tikka Masala contains less Sodium (difference - 150mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tikka Masala is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.284g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tikka Masala is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.1g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taco is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
?
The foods are relatively equal in price ($)