Tuna salad vs. Surimi — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Tuna salad and Surimi?
- Tuna salad is higher in Vitamin B3, Selenium, Copper, and Iron, however, Surimi is richer in Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, and Magnesium.
- Tuna salad's daily need coverage for Vitamin B3 is 41% more.
- Surimi contains 8 times less Saturated Fat than Tuna salad. Tuna salad contains 1.544g of Saturated Fat, while Surimi contains 0.191g.
We used Fish, tuna salad and Fish, surimi 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 | +88.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +58.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +284.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +353.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +69.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +263.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +46.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +126.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +58.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -64.4% |
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 | +44.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +55% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2945.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +271.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +170% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +33.3% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
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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:
15.18 g
Fats:
0.9 g
Carbs:
6.85 g
Water:
76.34 g
Other:
0.73 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +928.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +37.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +191.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +20.9% |
~equal in
Protein
~15.18g
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
0.191 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.149 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.443 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1837.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +830.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -87.6% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 187kcal | 99kcal |
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| Protein | 16.04g | 15.18g |
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| Fats | 9.26g | 0.9g |
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| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 9.41g | 6.85g |
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| Carbs | 9.41g | 6.85g |
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| Cholesterol | 13mg | 30mg |
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| Magnesium | 19mg | 43mg |
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| Calcium | 17mg | 9mg |
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| Potassium | 178mg | 112mg |
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| Iron | 1mg | 0.26mg |
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| Copper | 0.145mg | 0.032mg |
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| Zinc | 0.56mg | 0.33mg |
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| Phosphorus | 178mg | 282mg |
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| Sodium | 402mg | 143mg |
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| Vitamin A | 97IU | 67IU |
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| Vitamin A | 24µg | 20µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.63mg |
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| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.011mg |
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| Selenium | 41.2µg | 28.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.02mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.021mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 6.7mg | 0.22mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.26mg | 0.07mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.081mg | 0.03mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.2µg | 1.6µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.1µg |
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| Folate | 8µg | 2µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.544g | 0.191g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.887g | 0.149g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.122g | 0.443g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.18mg | 0.092mg |
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| Threonine | 0.701mg | 0.734mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.739mg | 0.709mg |
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| Leucine | 1.293mg | 1.202mg |
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| Lysine | 1.457mg | 1.387mg |
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| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.515mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.626mg | 0.595mg |
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| Valine | 0.824mg | 0.77mg |
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| Histidine | 0.467mg | 0.35mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | 0.157g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.055g | 0.241g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.014g |
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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%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
37%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tuna salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tuna salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Tuna salad is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tuna salad is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tuna salad is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Surimi contains less Sodium (difference - 259mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Surimi is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.353g)