Tuna salad vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between tuna salad and chorizo?
- Tuna salad is higher in selenium; however, chorizo is richer in vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B2, and vitamin B5.
- Chorizo's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 64% more.
- Chorizo contains 2 times less selenium than tuna salad. Tuna salad contains 41.2µg of selenium, while chorizo contains 21.1µg.
- Tuna salad has less sodium.
We used Fish, tuna salad and Chorizo, pork and beef 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 CalciumCalcium | +112.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +81.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -67.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +95.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +123.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +59% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +508.9% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +30.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1932.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +328.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +330.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +554.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +66.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.04 g
Fats:
9.26 g
Carbs:
9.41 g
Water:
63.16 g
Other:
2.13 g
Protein:
24.1 g
Fats:
38.27 g
Carbs:
1.86 g
Water:
31.85 g
Other:
3.92 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +405.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +98.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +50.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +313.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +84% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.544 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.887 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.122 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
14.38 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -89.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +19.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +537.3% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 1.544g | 14.38g | 58% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.63mg | 50% |
| Fats | 9.26g | 38.27g | 45% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.887g | 18.4g | 39% |
| Selenium | 41.2µg | 21.1µg | 37% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 1235mg | 36% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.081mg | 0.53mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2µg | 2µg | 33% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 3.41mg | 26% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 88mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.3mg | 18% |
| Choline | 96.7mg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.26mg | 1.12mg | 17% |
| Protein | 16.04g | 24.1g | 16% |
| Calories | 187kcal | 455kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.7mg | 5.131mg | 10% |
| Vitamin D | 61IU | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5µg | 8% | |
| Copper | 0.145mg | 0.08mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 1.59mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 178mg | 398mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 150mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.122g | 3.46g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 9.41g | 1.86g | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Folate | 8µg | 2µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 9.41g | 1.86g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.18mg | 0.278mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.701mg | 1.473mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.739mg | 2.206mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.293mg | 1.708mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.457mg | 2.414mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.626mg | 1.149mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.824mg | 0.914mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.467mg | 0.721mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.055g | 0g | 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
27%
65%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tuna salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 75mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tuna salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tuna salad contains less Sodium (difference - 833mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tuna salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.836g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins
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.