Taquitos vs. Mozzarella cheese sticks — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between taquitos and mozzarella cheese sticks?
- Taquitos are higher in iron, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, and folate, yet mozzarella cheese sticks are higher in phosphorus, vitamin B1,2, calcium, and zinc.
- Mozzarella cheese sticks' daily need coverage for phosphorus is 32% more.
- Taquitos have 4 times more vitamin B3 than mozzarella cheese sticks. While taquitos have 3.85mg of vitamin B3, mozzarella cheese sticks have only 0.98mg.
- The amount of sodium in taquitos is lower.
We used Taquitos, frozen, chicken and cheese, oven-heated and DENNY'S, mozzarella cheese sticks 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 | +14.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +28.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +194% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +49.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +218.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +178.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +171.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +52.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +120.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +292.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +26.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +66.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +161.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +220% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +427.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +50.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.21 g
Fats:
12.54 g
Carbs:
33.63 g
Water:
42.74 g
Other:
1.88 g
Protein:
13.56 g
Fats:
17.87 g
Carbs:
27.22 g
Water:
37.63 g
Other:
3.72 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +23.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +47.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +42.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +97.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.31 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.235 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.643 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.287 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.104 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -65.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +12.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +20.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
29.62 g
Sucrose:
0.3 g
Glucose:
0.09 g
Fructose:
0.12 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.78 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
21.67 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.63 g
Fructose:
0.2 g
Lactose:
1.17 g
Maltose:
0.6 g
Galactose:
0.23 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +36.7% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +30% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +600% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +66.7% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.18µg | 0.95µg | 32% |
| Phosphorus | 132mg | 358mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 453mg | 1008mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 104mg | 331mg | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 2.31g | 6.643g | 20% |
| Iron | 2.47mg | 0.84mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.85mg | 0.98mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.331mg | 0.15mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 0.71mg | 1.98mg | 12% |
| Folate | 68µg | 26µg | 11% |
| Protein | 9.21g | 13.56g | 9% |
| Fats | 12.54g | 17.87g | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 16.9µg | 25.4µg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 30µg | 96µg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 32mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.235g | 5.104g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.9g | 1.6g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.067mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.14mg | 0.084mg | 4% |
| Choline | 15.9mg | 3% | |
| Starch | 29.62g | 21.67g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 1.13mg | 0.74mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.481mg | 0.38mg | 2% |
| Calories | 284kcal | 324kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.277mg | 0.257mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 33.63g | 27.22g | 2% |
| Selenium | 16.7µg | 16.2µg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.387mg | 0.363mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 155mg | 121mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.835g | 4.287g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 30.73g | 25.62g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 3IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 1.3g | 2.83g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.071g | 0.372g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.1mg | 0.175mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.269mg | 0.472mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.358mg | 0.718mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.717mg | 1.468mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.468mg | 1.211mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.189mg | 0.411mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.418mg | 0.811mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.428mg | 0.934mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.249mg | 0.441mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0.2g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.593g | 0.524g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.045g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | 0.011g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.591g | 4.306g | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taquitos is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 19mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taquitos is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taquitos contains less Sodium (difference - 555mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taquitos is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.333g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taquitos is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mozzarella cheese sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 49)
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.