Taro vs. Pico de gallo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between taro and pico de gallo
- Taro is higher than pico de gallo in iron.
- Pico de gallo covers your daily sodium needs 20% more than taro.
- The amount of sugar in taro is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Taro, raw and PACE, Pico De Gallo.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 | +18.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
26.46 g
Water:
70.64 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
9.38 g
Water:
88 g
Other:
2.62 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +182.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +24.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +118.3% |
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 Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.283mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 11mg | 469mg | 20% |
| Copper | 0.172mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 591mg | 17% | |
| Manganese | 0.383mg | 17% | |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 16% | |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 16% | |
| Phosphorus | 84mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.095mg | 8% | |
| Magnesium | 33mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 0.55mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Folate | 22µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.303mg | 6% | |
| Carbs | 26.46g | 9.38g | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 4% | |
| Calories | 112kcal | 31kcal | 4% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 0g | 3% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 2% | |
| Zinc | 0.23mg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.083g | 1% | |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 3.8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1µg | 1% | |
| Fats | 0.2g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 22.36g | 9.38g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 6.25g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 0% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.041g | 0g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.023mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.069mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 0% |
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
17%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
6%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taro is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.85g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taro contains less Sodium (difference - 458mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taro is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taro is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pico de gallo is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.041g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pico de gallo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)