Chorizo Nachos has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.
The food contains 38.1g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 21.4 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Chorizo Nachos has been given a composite ranking of 22, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 58% | |
Calories from Carbs | 27% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 254.1 IU | 5.1% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 63.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 22.1 IU | 5.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.6 mg | 8.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 14.8 mcg | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.82 mcg | 13.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.82 mg | 8.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 321.3 mg | 32.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.6 mg | 9.1% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 75.4 mg | 18.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 268 mg | 26.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 216.4 mg | 6.2% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 676.9 mg | 28.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 3.3 mg | 21.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 13.1 mcg | 18.7% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 10.4% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9.8% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 0.6 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 17.5 g | 35.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.8 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 1.6 mg | |||
Leucine | 1.6 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.6 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.8 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.8 mg | |||
Valine | 0.8 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.8 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.8 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.8 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.3 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.8 mg | |||
Proline | 1.6 mg | |||
Serine | 0.8 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 30.2 g | 46.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 54.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 10.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.5 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 565 Calories from Fat 332
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36.9 g 56.8%
Saturated Fat 13.3 g 66.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 62 mg 20.7%
Sodium 825.8 mg 34.4%
Total Carbohydrates 38.1 g 12.7%
Dietary Fiber 3 g12%
Sugars 0.7 g
Protein 21.4 g 42.8%
Vitamin A 6.2% Vitamin C
Calcium 39.2% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 144
Protein 10.7 g | Carbs 4.4 g | Fat 9.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 386
Protein 13.7 g | Carbs 45.3 g | Fat 16.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 314
Protein 6.8 g | Carbs 47.1 g | Fat 10.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 172
Protein 17.6 g | Carbs 7.7 g | Fat 7.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 327
Protein 20.8 g | Carbs 1.78 g | Fat 26.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 261
Protein 5.2 g | Carbs 24 g | Fat 16.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 326
Protein 17.8 g | Carbs 15.7 g | Fat 21.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 126
Protein 3.1 g | Carbs 24.9 g | Fat 1.6 g