Tuna salad vs. Falafel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tuna salad and falafel?
- Tuna salad is richer in selenium, vitamin B12, and vitamin B3, while falafel is higher in iron, manganese, folate, magnesium, copper, potassium, and vitamin B1.
- Tuna salad's daily need coverage for selenium is 73% higher.
We used Fish, tuna salad and Falafel, home-prepared types in this comparison.
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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 SeleniumSelenium | +4020% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +331.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +217.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +228.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +242% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +77.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +167.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1627.5% |
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 | +37.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +541.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +371% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +137.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +12.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +54.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1062.5% |
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:
13.31 g
Fats:
17.8 g
Carbs:
31.84 g
Water:
34.62 g
Other:
2.43 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +20.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +82.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +92.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +238.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +14.1% |
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
2.383 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.16 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -35.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +252.3% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~4.16g
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 vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 41.2µg | 1µg | 73% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2µg | 0µg | 50% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.7mg | 1.044mg | 35% |
| Iron | 1mg | 3.42mg | 30% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.691mg | 28% |
| Folate | 8µg | 93µg | 21% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.887g | 10.171g | 18% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 82mg | 15% |
| Fats | 9.26g | 17.8g | 13% |
| Copper | 0.145mg | 0.258mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 178mg | 585mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.146mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 1.5mg | 9% |
| Calories | 187kcal | 333kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.166mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 9.41g | 31.84g | 7% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 294mg | 5% |
| Protein | 16.04g | 13.31g | 5% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 54mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.544g | 2.383g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 1µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.081mg | 0.125mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 192mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.26mg | 0.292mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 1.6mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.41g | 31.84g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.122g | 4.16g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.18mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.701mg | 0.492mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.739mg | 0.567mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.293mg | 0.944mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.457mg | 0.856mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.187mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.626mg | 0.707mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.824mg | 0.562mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.467mg | 0.364mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.055g | 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
27%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tuna salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.839g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is cheaper?
Tuna salad is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Falafel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Falafel contains less Sodium (difference - 108mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Falafel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.