Barbeque Taco has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A and Riboflavin.
The food contains 41.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 26.8 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.91 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Barbeque Taco has been given a composite ranking of 77, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 26% | |
Calories from Fat | 34% | |
Calories from Carbs | 40% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1505 IU | 30.1% | ||
Vitamin C | 4.2 mg | 7% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.28 mg | 0.93% | ||
Thiamin | 0.1 mg | 6.7% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.43 mg | 25.5% | ||
Niacin | 3.1 mg | 15.5% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.27 mg | 13.6% | ||
Folate | 56.4 mcg | 14.1% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.09 mcg | 1.5% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.32 mg | 3.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 141 mg | 14.1% | ||
Iron | 4.9 mg | 27.3% | ||
Magnesium | 103.6 mg | 25.9% | ||
Phosphorus | 309 mg | 30.9% | ||
Potassium | 550.5 mg | 15.7% | ||
Sodium | 571.7 mg | 23.8% | ||
Zinc | 1.4 mg | 9.1% | ||
Copper | 0.65 mg | 32.7% | ||
Manganese | 1.6 mg | 80.4% | ||
Selenium | 0.14 mcg | 0.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 41.2 g | 13.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 17.2% | ||
Sugars | 7.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 26.8 g | 53.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 15.6 g | 24% | ||
Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 13.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 388 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.6 g 24%
Saturated Fat 2.7 g 13.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0.9 mg 0.3%
Sodium 571.7 mg 23.8%
Total Carbohydrates 41.2 g 13.7%
Dietary Fiber 4.3 g17.2%
Sugars 7.1 g
Protein 26.8 g 53.6%
Vitamin A 30.1% Vitamin C 7%
Calcium 14.1% Iron 27.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 175
Protein 8 g | Carbs 36.1 g | Fat 2.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 12
Protein 0.5 g | Carbs 2.3 g | Fat 0.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 438
Protein 26.4 g | Carbs 36.4 g | Fat 21.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 224
Protein 14.4 g | Carbs 22 g | Fat 7.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 357
Protein 19.9 g | Carbs 46.4 g | Fat 13.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 265
Protein 27.6 g | Carbs 19.5 g | Fat 10.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 161
Protein 13 g | Carbs 8.1 g | Fat 8.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 431
Protein 40.3 g | Carbs 53 g | Fat 10.9 g