Chipotle Chicken Tostadas Recipe
Chipotle Chicken Tostadas has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.
The food contains 27.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 26.2 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 very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and very high PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.
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.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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 is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 81, for Chipotle Chicken Tostadas, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 13% | |
| Calories from Fat | 73% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 14% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin C
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 181.3 IU | 3.6% | Top 30% | High |
| Retinol | 6.7 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 9 mg | 15.1% | Top 30% | High |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 IU | 0.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
| Niacin | 2.3 mg | 11.7% | Top 30% | High |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.29 mg | 14.6% | Top 30% | High |
| Folate | 10.8 mcg | 2.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.58 mg | 5.8% | Top 30% | High |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 20.1 mg | 2% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Iron | 0.58 mg | 3.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Magnesium | 21.3 mg | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Phosphorus | 107.9 mg | 10.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Potassium | 165.6 mg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sodium | 36.9 mg | 1.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Zinc | 0.87 mg | 5.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Copper | 0 mg | |||
| Manganese | 0 mg | |||
| Selenium | 5.2 mcg | 7.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 8 g | 2.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sugars | 1.1 g | |||
| Glucose | 0.6 mg | |||
| Fructose | 0.3 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 0 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 1.2 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Proline | 0.3 mg | |||
| Serine | 0.3 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 18.6 g | 28.7% | Top 30% | High |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.9 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Ash | 0.6 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 779 Calories from Fat 575
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 63.9 g 98.3%
Saturated Fat 8.9 g 44.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 94.4 mg 31.5%
Sodium 126.5 mg 5.3%
Total Carbohydrates 27.6 g 9.2%
Dietary Fiber 4.8 g19.2%
Sugars 3.8 g
Protein 26.2 g 52.4%
Vitamin A 12.4% Vitamin C 51.7%
Calcium 6.9% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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