Tuna salad vs. Hummus — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tuna salad and hummus?
- Tuna salad is richer in selenium, vitamin B1,2, and vitamin B3, while hummus is higher in copper, manganese, fiber, folate, iron, vitamin B1, and magnesium.
- Tuna salad's daily need coverage for selenium is 70% higher.
We used Fish, tuna salad and Hummus, commercial 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 | +1484.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +273.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +123.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +28.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +144% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +263.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +226.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1832.5% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1051.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +97% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +480.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +146.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +937.5% |
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:
7.9 g
Fats:
9.6 g
Carbs:
14.29 g
Water:
66.59 g
Other:
1.62 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +103% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +31.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +51.9% |
~equal in
Fats
~9.6g
~equal in
Water
~66.59g
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
1.437 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.613 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +14.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +39.9% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~1.437g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 41.2µg | 2.6µg | 70% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2µg | 0µg | 50% |
| Copper | 0.145mg | 0.527mg | 42% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.7mg | 0.582mg | 38% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.773mg | 32% |
| Fiber | 0g | 6g | 24% |
| Folate | 8µg | 83µg | 19% |
| Iron | 1mg | 2.44mg | 18% |
| Protein | 16.04g | 7.9g | 16% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 1.83mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 71mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.18mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.081mg | 0.2mg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.26mg | 0.132mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.122g | 3.613g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 3% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.887g | 4.039g | 3% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 38mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 9.41g | 14.29g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 379mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 178mg | 228mg | 1% |
| Fats | 9.26g | 9.6g | 1% |
| Calories | 187kcal | 166kcal | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.41g | 8.29g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 176mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.064mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 1.544g | 1.437g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.18mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.701mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.739mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.293mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.457mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.626mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.824mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.467mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.055g | 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%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
64%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)
Which food is cheaper?
Tuna salad is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hummus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hummus contains less Sodium (difference - 23mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hummus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.107g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hummus 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.