Falafel, home-prepared vs McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad
Nutrition comparison per 100 g.
Falafel, home-prepared
333 kcal
McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad
118 kcal
Calories
333 kcal
118 kcal
Protein
13.3 g
1.8 g
Carbs
31.8 g
16.6 g
Sugars
~
12.5 g
Fat
17.8 g
5.1 g
Sodium
294 mg
32 mg
Key takeaways
- McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad has 65% fewer calories (118 kcal vs 333 kcal).
- Falafel, home-prepared has more protein (13.3 g vs 1.8 g).
- McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad has more carbs (16.6 g vs 31.8 g).
- McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad has more fat (5.1 g vs 17.8 g).
- McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad has more sodium (32 mg vs 294 mg).
| Macronutrients | Falafel, home-prepared | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 333 kcal | 118 kcal |
| Protein | 13.3 g | 1.8 g |
| Total Fat | 17.8 g | 5.1 g |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.8 g | 16.6 g |
| Total Sugars | ~ | 12.5 g |
| Water | 34.6 g | 76.0 g |
| Carbohydrates | Falafel, home-prepared | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.8 g | 16.6 g |
| Total Sugars | ~ | 12.5 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Falafel, home-prepared | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 17.8 g | 5.1 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 0.7 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10.2 g | 0.8 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | 3.2 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 111.0 mg | ~ |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 495.0 mg | ~ |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Falafel, home-prepared | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 13.3 g | 1.8 g |
| Histidine | 364.0 mg | ~ |
| Isoleucine | 567.0 mg | ~ |
| Leucine | 944.0 mg | ~ |
| Lysine | 856.0 mg | ~ |
| Methionine | 187.0 mg | ~ |
| Phenylalanine | 707.0 mg | ~ |
| Threonine | 492.0 mg | ~ |
| Tryptophan | 134.0 mg | ~ |
| Valine | 562.0 mg | ~ |
| Alanine | 573.0 mg | ~ |
| Arginine | 1,280.0 mg | ~ |
| Aspartic Acid | 1,531.0 mg | ~ |
| Cystine | 183.0 mg | ~ |
| Glutamic Acid | 2,341.0 mg | ~ |
| Glycine | 567.0 mg | ~ |
| Proline | 545.0 mg | ~ |
| Serine | 667.0 mg | ~ |
| Tyrosine | 339.0 mg | ~ |
| Vitamins | Falafel, home-prepared | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1.0 mcg | ~ |
| Vitamin C | 1.6 mg | 145.3 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | ~ |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.0 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 93.0 mcg | 5.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | 0.1 mcg |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.3 mg | 0.2 mg |
| Minerals | Falafel, home-prepared | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 54.0 mg | 65.0 mg |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 82.0 mg | 13.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 192.0 mg | 49.0 mg |
| Potassium | 585.0 mg | ~ |
| Sodium | 294.0 mg | 32.0 mg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg | 0.3 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Manganese | 0.7 mg | ~ |
| Selenium | 1.0 mcg | ~ |
| Sterols | Falafel, home-prepared | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | 2.0 mg |
| Other | Falafel, home-prepared | McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Ash | 2.4 g | 0.6 g |
Frequently asked questions
Which has fewer calories, Falafel, home-prepared or McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad?
McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad has fewer calories: 333 kcal for Falafel, home-prepared vs 118 kcal for McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad per 100 g.
Which has more protein, Falafel, home-prepared or McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad?
Falafel, home-prepared has more protein: 13.3 g for Falafel, home-prepared vs 1.8 g for McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad per 100 g.
Is Falafel, home-prepared or McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad healthier?
McDONALD'S, Fruit & Walnut Salad is lower in calories, and Falafel, home-prepared is higher in protein. The healthier choice depends on your goals — compare the full breakdown above to decide.