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Chicken & Salsa Tacos - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chicken & Salsa Tacos Recipe

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.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein26%
 Calories from Fat34%
 Calories from Carbs40%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A352.6 IU7.1%Top 30%High
Retinol54.6 mcg
Vitamin C1.5 mg2.6%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D6.7 IU1.7%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.52 mg34.4%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.52 mg30.3%Top 10%Very High
Niacin6.7 mg33.5%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.52 mg25.8%Top 10%Very High
Folate62.9 mcg15.7%Top 30%High
Folic Acid50 mcg
Vitamin B120.52 mcg8.6%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid1 mg10.3%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium202.1 mg20.2%Top 10%Very High
Iron2.1 mg11.5%Top 30%High
Magnesium32 mg8%Top 30%High
Phosphorus253.1 mg25.3%Top 10%Very High
Potassium347.4 mg9.9%Top 10%Very High
Sodium574.8 mg24%Top 10%Very High
Zinc1 mg6.9%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.52 mg25.8%Top 30%High
Selenium29.4 mcg42%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate30.1 g10%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.9 g7.6%Top 30%High
Starch0.5 g
Sugars1.6 g
Sucrose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein19.4 g38.8%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine1 mg
Leucine1 mg
Lysine1.5 mg
Methionine0.5 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine1 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine1 mg
Arginine1 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine1 mg
Aspartic Acid1.5 mg
Glutamic Acid3.6 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline1 mg
Serine1 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11.1 g17.1%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat5.2 g26%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat4.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water86.6 g
Ash3.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

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

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