Trader Joe's - Chicken Asada has a average-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.
The food contains 6.55g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low 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. With 18.14 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 15, for Trader Joe's - Chicken Asada, and we advise that this food sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 65% | |
Calories from Fat | 12% | |
Calories from Carbs | 23% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 20.2 mg | 2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.91 mg | 5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 221.7 mg | 9.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 6.6 g | 2.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 18.1 g | 36.3% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0.25 g | 1.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 230 Calories from Fat 30
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3 g 4.6%
Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 90 mg 30%
Sodium 440 mg 18.3%
Total Carbohydrates 13 g 4.3%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 8 g
Protein 36 g 72%
Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 60%
Calcium 4% Iron 10%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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Protein 9.7 g | Carbs 6.4 g | Fat 4.4 g
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