DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu vs McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad
Nutrition comparison per 100 g.
DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu
146 kcal
McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad
118 kcal
Calories
146 kcal
118 kcal
Protein
6.0 g
1.8 g
Carbs
21.1 g
16.6 g
Fiber
1.5 g
~
Sugars
~
12.5 g
Fat
4.3 g
5.1 g
Sodium
317 mg
32 mg
Key takeaways
- McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad has 20% fewer calories (118 kcal vs 146 kcal).
- DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu has more protein (6.0 g vs 1.8 g).
- McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad has more carbs (16.6 g vs 21.1 g).
- DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu has more fat (4.3 g vs 5.1 g).
- McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad has more sodium (32 mg vs 317 mg).
| Macronutrients | DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 146 kcal | 118 kcal |
| Protein | 6.0 g | 1.8 g |
| Total Fat | 4.3 g | 5.1 g |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.1 g | 16.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | ~ |
| Total Sugars | ~ | 12.5 g |
| Water | 67.4 g | 76.0 g |
| Carbohydrates | DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.1 g | 16.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | ~ |
| Starch | 16.1 g | ~ |
| Total Sugars | ~ | 12.5 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 4.3 g | 5.1 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 0.7 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | 0.8 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | 3.2 g |
| Trans Fat | ~ | 0.0 g |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 188.0 mg | ~ |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 923.0 mg | ~ |
| Protein & Amino Acids | DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 6.0 g | 1.8 g |
| Histidine | 130.0 mg | ~ |
| Isoleucine | 261.0 mg | ~ |
| Leucine | 482.0 mg | ~ |
| Lysine | 181.0 mg | ~ |
| Methionine | 90.0 mg | ~ |
| Phenylalanine | 301.0 mg | ~ |
| Threonine | 201.0 mg | ~ |
| Tryptophan | 80.0 mg | ~ |
| Valine | 512.0 mg | ~ |
| Alanine | 201.0 mg | ~ |
| Arginine | 221.0 mg | ~ |
| Aspartic Acid | 341.0 mg | ~ |
| Cystine | 90.0 mg | ~ |
| Glutamic Acid | 1,746.0 mg | ~ |
| Glycine | 171.0 mg | ~ |
| Proline | 592.0 mg | ~ |
| Serine | 291.0 mg | ~ |
| Tyrosine | 160.0 mg | ~ |
| Vitamins | DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 9.0 mcg | ~ |
| Vitamin C | ~ | 145.3 mg |
| Vitamin K | 3.0 mcg | ~ |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.0 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Folate (B9) | ~ | 5.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.1 mcg | 0.1 mcg |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.5 mg | 0.2 mg |
| Minerals | DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 69.0 mg | 65.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 25.0 mg | 13.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 147.0 mg | 49.0 mg |
| Potassium | 161.0 mg | ~ |
| Sodium | 317.0 mg | 32.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.7 mg | 0.3 mg |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg | ~ |
| Selenium | 0.0 mcg | ~ |
| Sterols | DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 6.0 mg | 2.0 mg |
| Other | DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Ash | 1.3 g | 0.6 g |
Frequently asked questions
Which has fewer calories, DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu or McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad?
McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad has fewer calories: 146 kcal for DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu vs 118 kcal for McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad per 100 g.
Which has more protein, DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu or McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad?
DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu has more protein: 6.0 g for DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu vs 1.8 g for McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad per 100 g.
Is DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu or McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad healthier?
McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad is lower in calories, and DENNY'S, macaroni & cheese, from kid's menu is higher in protein. The healthier choice depends on your goals — compare the full breakdown above to decide.