Chicken & Salsa Tacos has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 58.3g 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 37.6 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.
On top of that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 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. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Chicken & Salsa Tacos has been given a composite ranking of 36, 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 | 352.6 IU | 7.1% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 54.6 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 1.5 mg | 2.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 6.7 IU | 1.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.52 mg | 34.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.52 mg | 30.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 6.7 mg | 33.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.52 mg | 25.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 62.9 mcg | 15.7% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 50 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.52 mcg | 8.6% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 1 mg | 10.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 202.1 mg | 20.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 2.1 mg | 11.5% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 32 mg | 8% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 253.1 mg | 25.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 347.4 mg | 9.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 574.8 mg | 24% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 1 mg | 6.9% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.52 mg | 25.8% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 29.4 mcg | 42% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 30.1 g | 10% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7.6% | Top 30% | High |
Starch | 0.5 g | |||
Sugars | 1.6 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 19.4 g | 38.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.5 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 1 mg | |||
Leucine | 1 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.5 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.5 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 1 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.5 mg | |||
Valine | 1 mg | |||
Arginine | 1 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.5 mg | |||
Alanine | 1 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.5 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.6 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.5 mg | |||
Proline | 1 mg | |||
Serine | 1 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 11.1 g | 17.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 86.6 g | |||
Ash | 3.1 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 586 Calories from Fat 194
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.6 g 33.2%
Saturated Fat 10.1 g 50.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 90.9 mg 30.3%
Sodium 1115.2 mg 46.5%
Total Carbohydrates 58.3 g 19.4%
Dietary Fiber 3.7 g14.8%
Sugars 3.2 g
Protein 37.6 g 75.2%
Vitamin A 13.7% Vitamin C 5%
Calcium 39.2% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 224
Protein 46.9 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 2.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 131
Protein 7.7 g | Carbs 9.6 g | Fat 7.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 186
Protein 9.8 g | Carbs 3.7 g | Fat 14.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 209
Protein 18.6 g | Carbs 5.5 g | Fat 12.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 89
Protein 4.8 g | Carbs 8.5 g | Fat 4.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 155
Protein 10.9 g | Carbs 6.1 g | Fat 9.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 213
Protein 0.96 g | Carbs 53.4 g | Fat 1.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 387
Protein 5.9 g | Carbs 45.9 g | Fat 21 g