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Chorizo Tacos - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chorizo Tacos Recipe

Chorizo Tacos has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12 and Niacin.

The food contains 29.6g 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 28.1 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 high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and average PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.

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 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 Chorizo Tacos has been given a composite ranking of 38, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat55%
 Calories from Carbs23%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A516.6 IU10.3%Top 10%Very High
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C5.3 mg8.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D24.5 IU6.1%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin4.6 mg23.2%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.66 mg33.1%Top 10%Very High
Folate13.2 mcg3.3%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B121.3 mcg22.1%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.66 mg6.6%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium47 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Iron2 mg11%Top 30%High
Magnesium45.7 mg11.4%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus249.7 mg25%Top 10%Very High
Potassium425.2 mg12.1%Top 10%Very High
Sodium510.1 mg21.3%Top 30%High
Zinc3.3 mg22.1%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium16.6 mcg23.7%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate19.6 g6.5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber3 g11.9%Top 30%High
Sugars1.4 g
Glucose0.7 mg
Fructose0.7 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18.6 g37.2%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.7 mg
Isoleucine1.3 mg
Leucine1.3 mg
Lysine1.3 mg
Methionine0.7 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.7 mg
Tyrosine0.7 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine1.3 mg
Histidine0.7 mg
Alanine1.3 mg
Aspartic Acid1.3 mg
Glutamic Acid2.6 mg
Glycine1.3 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.7 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat21.1 g32.5%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat7.7 g38.7%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat9.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.6 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 519 Calories from Fat 287

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 31.9 g 49.1%

Saturated Fat 11.7 g 58.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 88.5 mg 29.5%

Sodium 770.3 mg 32.1%

Total Carbohydrates 29.6 g 9.9%

Dietary Fiber 4.5 g18%

Sugars 2.1 g

Protein 28.1 g 56.2%

Vitamin A 15.6% Vitamin C 13.3%

Calcium 7.1% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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