Tuna salad vs. Taco salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Tuna salad and Taco salad
- Tuna salad has more Selenium, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B3, and Phosphorus, while Taco salad has more Folate, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B5, Calcium, and Zinc.
- Tuna salad's daily need coverage for Selenium is 71% higher.
- Taco salad contains 5 times less Vitamin B3 than Tuna salad. Tuna salad contains 6.7mg of Vitamin B3, while Taco salad contains 1.24mg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Tuna salad is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Fish, tuna salad and Fast foods, taco salad.
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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 CopperCopper | +28.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +147.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1772.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +36.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +470.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +18% |
| Contains more IronIron | +15% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +142.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +317.5% |
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 | +22.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +440.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +275% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +206.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +61.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +157.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +161.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +35.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +425% |
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:
6.68 g
Fats:
7.46 g
Carbs:
11.91 g
Water:
72.35 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +140.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +24.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +26.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.6% |
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
3.446 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.606 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.883 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -55.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +366.8% |
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Monounsaturated Fat
~2.606g
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 187kcal | 141kcal |
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| Protein | 16.04g | 6.68g |
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| Fats | 9.26g | 7.46g |
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| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 1.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 9.41g | 11.91g |
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| Carbs | 9.41g | 11.91g |
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| Cholesterol | 13mg | 22mg |
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| Magnesium | 19mg | 26mg |
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| Calcium | 17mg | 97mg |
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| Potassium | 178mg | 210mg |
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| Iron | 1mg | 1.15mg |
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| Copper | 0.145mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 0.56mg | 1.36mg |
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| Phosphorus | 178mg | 72mg |
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| Sodium | 402mg | 385mg |
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| Vitamin A | 97IU | 297IU |
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| Vitamin A | 24µg |
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| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.167mg |
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| Selenium | 41.2µg | 2.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.18mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 6.7mg | 1.24mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.26mg | 0.68mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.081mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.2µg | 0.32µg |
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| Folate | 8µg | 42µg |
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| Choline | 23.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.544g | 3.446g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.887g | 2.606g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.122g | 0.883g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.18mg | 0.075mg |
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| Threonine | 0.701mg | 0.254mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.739mg | 0.311mg |
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| Leucine | 1.293mg | 0.549mg |
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| Lysine | 1.457mg | 0.486mg |
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| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.145mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.626mg | 0.277mg |
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| Valine | 0.824mg | 0.343mg |
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| Histidine | 0.467mg | 0.201mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.055g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tuna salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tuna salad is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.902g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco salad contains less Sodium (difference - 17mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taco salad is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
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.